# Native American Library Services Basic Grant (2027)

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/nag-basic-fy27-native-american-library-services-basic-grant-2027/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/363767

> Institute of Museum and Library Services is offering grants of up to $10,000 (at least $6,000) to tribes. It expects to make about 170 awards worth $1.7 million in total. Applications close on November 13, 2026.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | NAG-BASIC-FY27 |
| Agency | Institute of Museum and Library Services |
| Status | Open |
| Deadline | November 13, 2026 |
| Award ceiling | $10,000 |
| Award floor | $6,000 |
| Expected awards | 170 |
| Total funding | $1.7 million |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 45.311 |

## Who can apply

- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)

## What the grant funds

The Native American Basic Grants (NAB) program assists eligible Native Communities in establishing, sustaining, and improving library services and operations with their communities. As information needs change, Tribal libraries must be able to serve as knowledge and resource centers to benefit their users and the wellness of their communities. The NAB program supports Native Communities across the country to address their individual information needs and priorities.

## Questions people ask

### Who can apply for Native American Library Services Basic Grant (2027)?

Institute of Museum and Library Services accepts applications from tribes.

### What is the deadline for Native American Library Services Basic Grant (2027)?

Closes November 13, 2026 (13 days left). Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $10,000 each. About $1.7 million in total across about 170 awards.