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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 3, 2011

IMLS Press Contacts
202-653-4632
Natasha Marstiller, [log in to unmask]
Mamie Bittner, [log in to unmask]

Grant Awards Announcement: Sparks! Ignition Grants

Washington, DC—The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) announced today 14 awards totaling $336,281 matched with $360,444 of non-federal funds for Sparks! Ignition Grants. IMLS received 106 applications requesting $2,468,234 in funds.

“I am delighted to announce the first-ever Sparks! Ignition Grants, designed to help libraries and museums solve challenging problems.” said Susan Hildreth, IMLS Director. “These awards speak to the great ingenuity and creativity of libraries and museums and we look forward to sharing their lessons learned.”

Click here to view the list of funded projects.

For more information about this funding opportunity including program guidelines and contacts, please visit http://www.imls.gov/applicants/grants/SparksIgnition.shtm.

Use the IMLS grants search tool to view our archive of grants awarded by the Institute. Search grants by grant name, institution, or project type.

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 http://www.imls.gov.