Native American Library Services Basic Grant (2027)

The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is offering the Native American Library Services Basic Grant (FY 2027) to federally‑recognized Native American tribal governments and Alaska Native regional or village corporations that operate a library or archival service. Up to 170 awards will be made, each ranging from $6,000 to $10,000, to support library‑related activities such as material acquisition, community‑focused programming, staff training, and multi‑objective projects. Applications must be submitted through Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on 13 Nov 2026. Eligible tribes must have active SAM.gov and Grants.gov registrations, a UEI, and must not include cost‑share. Awards are expected to begin 1 May 2027 and run through 30 Apr 2028. • Eligible applicants: Federally recognized tribes, Alaska Native villages, regional or village corporations. • Funding: $1.7 M total; 170 awards; $6‑10 K per award. • Project period: 1 May 2027 – 30 Apr 2028 (12 months). • No cost‑share allowed; indirect costs prohibited. • Required registrations: SAM.gov (UEI), Grants.gov, active entity profile. • Submission: Grants.gov, deadline 13 Nov 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET. • Post‑award: Reporting via eGMS Reach; award notice expected April 2027.