Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants (2027)
This grant helps Native American communities improve their library services to better meet local information needs and support community wellness.
Funder: Institute of Museum and Library Services
Due Dates: November 13, 2026: Full application deadline (submit through Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time)
Funding Amounts: $50,000–$150,000 per award | Up to $3,500,000 total program funding | Up to 2 years
Summary: Supports federally recognized Native American tribes in sustaining and improving library services to meet community information needs and priorities.
Description
This grant program assists federally recognized Native American tribes and Alaska Native villages in enhancing and sustaining library services within their communities. Projects may include educational programming, digital and technology upgrades, oral history documentation, institutional planning, professional development, and more. The overarching goal is to strengthen tribal library and archival services, supporting lifelong learning, community well-being, access to information, and emergency preparedness.
