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The following is a statement from the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Having trouble viewing this e-mail? Read it online at http://www.imls.gov/news/2010/121710.shtm <http://www.imls.gov/news/2010/121710.shtm> . <http://www.imls.gov/> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 17, 2010 IMLS Press Contact 202-653-4745 Gina White, [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> Mamie Bittner, [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> IMLS Calls for 2011 Native American Library Services Basic Grant Applications Application Deadline: March 1, 2011 Washington, DC-The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is accepting applications for the 2011 Native American Library Services Basic Grant program. Federally recognized Indian tribes and Alaska Native villages and corporations may apply for these grants <http://test.imls.gov/../../applicants/grants/nativeAmerican.shtm> in either the Basic or the Basic with Education/Assessment Option categories. These noncompetitive grants are designed to support existing library operations and maintain core library services in tribal communities across the country. The supplemental Education/Assessment Option provides funds for continuing education opportunities for library staff and on-site library assessments. In 2010, IMLS awarded 31 Basic Grants and 190 Basic Grants with Education/Assessment Option to Indian tribes and Alaska Native villages and corporations. Please note that IMLS is publishing the Basic Grant guidelines separately from the competitive Enhancement Grant guidelines, which are anticipated to be available in January 2011. The Enhancement Grant deadline will be May 2, 2011. An eligible entity must apply for a Basic Grant in order to be eligible for the Enhancement Grant competition. IMLS has scheduled an audio-conference call to give prospective applicants an opportunity to ask IMLS staff questions pertaining to Native American Library Services Basic Grant applications. This call will take place on January 19, 2011, from 4:00 to 5:00 pm ET. Please visit the website <http://test.imls.gov/../../applicants/grants/nativeAmerican.shtm> for more information closer to the call-in date. Contact Alison Freese, Senior Program Officer, at 202-653-4665 or [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> with questions about this grant program. About the Institute of Museum and Library Services The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums. The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that connect people to information and ideas. The Institute works at the national level and in coordination with state and local organizations to sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge; enhance learning and innovation; and support professional development. To learn more about the Institute, please visit www.imls.gov <http://www.imls.gov> .