Build and Share Knowledge of Good Practice in Americas Libraries and Museums
Poster's note: This RFP is suited to someone with specialized knowledge in the library & museum management, with vision and technical savvy to advance their importance to the community.
PROGRAM SOLICITATION
for a Cooperative Agreement to
Build and Share Knowledge of Good Practice in Americas Libraries and Museums
I.A. Overview
Award amount: up to $1,000,000
Deadline for submission: March 3, 2008
Award announcement: April, 2008
Grant period: 24 months beginning April, 2008
I.B. Introduction
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal funds for libraries and museums in the United States. In recent years, its annual appropriation has been close to $200 million making it the largest single funder for these cultural institutions in the United States. Museums and libraries have tremendous public value. The Institute seeks to make strategic investments that help libraries and museums contribute to the national effort to create a prepared workforce, an informed citizenry and strong communities. The agency has three strategic goals:
To sustain cultural heritage, knowledge and ideas;
To enhance learning and innovation; and
To support the professional development of people who work in libraries and museums.
