Native American Library Services Basic Grant (2027)
Open Closes November 13, 2026 (13 days left)
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.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed September 1, 2026. Checked October 31, 2026.
- Award ceiling$10,000
- Award floor$6,000
- Expected awards170
- Total funding$1.7 million
- Cost sharingNot required
- Funding typeGrant
Key dates
| Posted | September 1, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | November 13, 2026 |
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Who can apply
This opportunity is open to tribes.
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Is this a realistic fit?
- No cost sharing or match is required.
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.
How to apply
- Read the full notice and attachments on Grants.gov and the agency's announcement. The notice is the official source for deadlines and requirements.
- Make sure your organization has an active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity ID; registration can take several weeks.
- Register on Grants.gov and submit through Workspace before the deadline and time given in the notice. Our application guide walks through each step.
Questions go to Institute of Museum and Library Services, imls-librarygrants@imls.gov, 202-653-4634.
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.