November 30, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

IMLS Press Contacts
202-653-4628
Kevin O'Connell, koconnell@imls.gov
Mamie Bittner, mbittner@imls.gov

Washington, DC—The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is accepting applications in the following grant program:

Sparks! Ignition Grants for Libraries and Museums
Deadline: February 1, 2012

IMLS staff are available by phone and through e-mail to discuss general issues relating to Sparks! Ignition Grants for Libraries and Museums. We also invite you to participate in one of two pre-application Web conferences to learn more about the program, ask questions, and listen to the questions and comments of other participants.

Web Conferencing with Program Staff
We also invite you to participate in one of two pre-application Web conferences to learn more about the program, ask questions, and listen to the questions and comments of other participants. The Web conference schedule for the FY12 Sparks! Ignition Grants for Libraries and Museums program is as follows:

December 7, 2011, at 4:00-5:00 PM. Eastern Time
January 4, 2012, at 4:00-5:00 PM. Eastern Time

Click here for more information about this funding opportunity, including program guidelines, contacts, and Webinar access information.

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About the Institute of Museum and Library Services
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums. The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that connect people to information and ideas. The Institute works at the national level and in coordination with state and local organizations to sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge; enhance learning and innovation; and support professional development. To learn more about the Institute, please visit www.imls.gov.

Programs
Sparks! Ignition Grants for Libraries