Artificial Intelligence, Formal Methods, and Mathematical Reasoning
This grant provides funding to libraries, archives, and related organizations in the U.S. to support innovative projects that improve public services and access to information.
The National Leadership Grants for Libraries (NLG-L) program, funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), aims to advance library and archival services in the United States. It provides support for innovative projects that address critical issues in library and information science, enhance the workforce, and develop institutional capacity. The grants encourage collaborative efforts among libraries, archives, museums, and related organizations to improve public services and access to information. The total anticipated funding for FY 2025 is $11,500,000, with an estimated 45 awards to be granted. Award amounts vary by project type: Planning and Forum projects range from $50,000 to $150,000, Community-Centered Implementation projects range from $25,000 to $100,000, National Implementation projects range from $50,000 to $1,000,000, and Applied Research projects range from $50,000 to $750,000. The average past award amount is approximately $356,005. Funding decisions are contingent upon the availability of funds and the quality of applications received. Eligible applicants include state, local, or tribal government entities, private nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, digital libraries, consortia, and library associations. Libraries, archives, and organizations administering library services are eligible to apply, provided they are located in the United States, the District of Columbia, U.S. territories, or associated states such as the Republic of Palau and the Federated States of Micronesia. The application process consists of two phases: Phase I requires a Preliminary Proposal, due by September 20, 2024. A subset of applicants will then be invited to submit a Full Proposal (Phase II), due by March 10, 2025. Projects must begin on August 1, 2025, and can last from one to three years, with an anticipated award notification in July 2025. Some project types, such as National Implementation projects exceeding $249,999, require a 1:1 cost share. Applicants must register with SAM.gov and Grants.gov to submit applications electronically. The application package must include the SF-424S form, a narrative proposal, a project schedule, budget documentation, performance measurement plans, and other required materials. Evaluation criteria focus on the project’s potential impact, feasibility, dissemination plan, and alignment with IMLS priorities. For inquiries, applicants can contact IMLS staff via email at imls-librarygrants@imls.gov or call the agency’s helpline. Webinars and resources are available for guidance.
Award Range
$500,000 - $1,200,000
Total Program Funding
$6,000,000
Number of Awards
10
Matching Requirement
No
Additional Details
Estimated Number of Awards: 6 to 10 We anticipate making 6-10 awards in each competition. ;Each award size may vary and is expected to range from $500k to $1.2M total for up to 3 years. Award size is contingent upon the scope, scale and complexity of the proposed project. The number of awards will be subject to the availability of funds and quality of proposals received. Anticipated Funding Amount: $5,000,000 to $6,000,000 Up to $6,000,000 per year is expected for new awards, subject to availability of funds and receipt of meritorious proposals.
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -Non-profit, non-academic organizations: Independent museums, observatories, research laboratories, professional societies and similar organizations located in the U.S. that are directly associated with educational or research activities. - ;lt;span;gt;Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) - Two- and four-year IHEs (including community colleges) accredited in, and having a campus located in the US, acting on behalf of their faculty members.;lt;/span;gt; *Who May Serve as PI: As of the date the proposal is submitted, any PI, co-PI, or senior/key personnel must hold either: a tenured or tenure-track position,or a primary, full-time, paid appointment in a research or teaching position at a US-based campus of an organization eligible to submit to this solicitation (see above), with exceptions granted for family or medical leave, as determined by the submitting organization. Individuals withprimaryappointments at for-profit non-academic organizations or at overseas branch campuses of U.S. institutions of higher education are not eligible.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
March 5, 2024
Application Closes
February 5, 2026
Grantor
National Science Foundation (NSF)
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