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FY2026 GRANT APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! As the leading source of federal funding for American museums, libraries, and related institutions, IMLS funding opportunities play a crucial role in furthering the Trump administration’s commitment to heritage preservation, workforce development, and civic education. Learn how you can play a role in celebrating America's history and preserving our shared heritage at IMLS.gov 🇺🇸

Photo: Aaniiih Nakoda College Library. Summer library activities in Mission Canyon – ANC Library offers reading and various activities during gatherings and celebrations at the historic Mission Canyon on the southern end of the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation.

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IMLS is accepting applications for two #IMLSgrant programs: Native American Library Services: Enhancement Grants and Native Hawaiian Library Services. These grants seek to improve library services for Native American and Native Hawaiian populations, promoting cultural preservation and community engagement. Eligible organizations must apply by April 10th.

Photo: Ten Sleep sits at the base of the Big Horn Mountains and has a population of 290. This library is also the community center offering reading time, book club and adult crafts night.

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🚨DUE THIS WEEK: Applications for 11 of our 13 discretionary grant programs are due on March 13th.

Photo: Lincoln Park Zoo. Pepper Family Wildlife Center at Lincoln Park Zoo is home to a pride of African lions. This expansive, immersive habitat is a representation of all the zoo stands for including data-informed design, animal wellbeing, and connecting people with nature. This state of the art habitat was based off of years of lion research both at Lincoln Park Zoo and in the wild. It offers heated rocks, shade structures, climbing trees, vertical space, floor to ceiling viewing windows and more. Guests can get nose-to-nose views with the only social cat species.

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Don't miss out on the opportunity to submit your #IMLSgrant application! Time is running out to apply for one of our 13 discretionary grant programs. We strongly encourage eligible museums, libraries, and related organizations to take advantage of our applicant resources and complete their applications without delay.

“Reading sparks imagination, builds character, and opens doors to endless possibilities. It teaches the next generation to dream boldly, think independently, and live by the creed that there is no limit to what they can achieve for themselves and for our country.” — President Donald Trump & First Lady Melania Trump @US_IMLS joins in celebrating Read Across America Day by encouraging all Americans to pay a visit to their local libraries.

Photo: Enoch Pratt Free Library. Exterior image of Central Library.

Submit your #IMLSgrant application NOW! Limited time remains to apply for one of our 13 discretionary grant programs. Eligible museums, libraries, and related organizations are encouraged to review our applicant resources and complete their applications as soon as possible.

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Museums and libraries play an important role in driving AI literacy in America. Great work by @Sonderling47 and the @US_IMLS team.

Our nation’s museums and libraries can play a massive role in fostering AI literacy among Americans of all ages. I’m proud that @US_IMLS is awarding grants for museums and libraries to promote AI literacy and integrate AI into the worlds of art and information. @US_IMLS will continue to work with @WHOSTP47 to implement the @POTUS AI Action Plan throughout America’s cultural agencies. Learn more: t.co/vMT7WkWx3e

“These IMLS grants are an important step in expanding AI education beyond traditional classrooms and into the community institutions that reach Americans in every corner of our country." -- @mkratsios47 READ MORE ⬇️⬇️ imls.gov/news/institute…

NEW: @US_IMLS has awarded grants to eight projects in FY25 dedicated to building AI literacy and integrating AI tools into museums and libraries across the country. In total, the agency has allocated $4,184,695 to such projects, furthering @POTUS' commitment to advancing AI education for all Americans.

Photo: Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History. The Southern Museum’s educational programs reinforce classroom learning by connecting historical information with actual artifacts. Experiences embrace thoughtful discussions, hands-on investigations, and playful explorations. History buffs will enjoy a tour or one of their Adult Outreach Presentations.

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Have you started your application for an #IMLSgrant yet? We are currently accepting applications from American libraries and museums for 13 grant funding opportunities. We urge eligible institutions to review our applicant resources and submit an application as soon as possible.