IMLS News April 2020

GRANT SPOTLIGHT How the Colusa Indian Community is Bringing Youth Together Across the Digital Divide   “We went from seeing the kids on a daily basis to not seeing them at all. So, we knew we had to figure out a way to offer a path where everyone in the community can feel connected while we’re all disconnected.” In a time of social distancing, a tribal library felt the loss of social connection among their youth—so they’ve found new ways to connect. Read more .

NEWS

COVID-19 Research Partnership to Inform Safe Handling of Collections, Reopening Practices for Libraries, Museums IMLS, OCLC, and Battelle are engaging the library and museum sectors in developing science-based information to support organizations as they plan for safe reopening practices.

IMLS Announces New Stimulus Funding for Communities Across America The $30 million infusion will provide emergency relief to communities across the nation in response to COVID-19.

IMLS Authorizes New Grant Flexibilities for Libraries, Museums   How museums and libraries can use address urgent needs in response to COVID-19.

UPCOMING DEADLINES

Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants: Application Deadline May 15. Native Hawaiian Library Services Enhancement Grants: Application Deadline May 15.

BLOGS

How Children's Museums are Fostering Imagination, Learning, and Creativity at Home Physical museum buildings may be temporarily closed, but that doesn’t mean that learning, imagination, and discovery are on hold.

How Libraries are Connecting Researchers and Citizen Scientists Around the World From COVID-19 studies to research in your own backyard, libraries are advancing science.

Cabin Fever Setting In? Join Polar Bears, Koalas, Tigers, and More on a Virtual Safari Many zoos are helping to fill the need for children’s activities with “home safaris,” virtual tours, and webcams. Try this digital road trip!

Facing Challenge with Resilience: How Museums are Responding During COVID-19 How museums are adapting and supporting their communities during the pandemic.

COVID-19 RESOURCES

IMLS is gathering resources and information to help museums and libraries continue supporting their communities as they navigate this time. Here are some of the items available to institutions. Information for Applicants and Grantees: FAQs for IMLS grant applicants and awardees with questions about the impact of COVID-19 on their IMLS-related work. COVID-19 Resources for Libraries and Museums: There are some additional resources from organizations serving the museum and library communities. Official Government Information and Resources: Information about the spread and impact of COVID-19.

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