Museums Plead for Simpler Grant Paperwork in Routine Renewal

2026-05008 — Notice of Proposed Information Collection Requests: 2026-2028 IMLS Native American Library Services Basic Grants Program-Final Performance Report Form

The Institute of Museum and Library Services wants to keep using a form that helps Native American libraries report how they use their grant money from 2026 to 2028. They’re asking for your thoughts to make sure the form is easy to fill out and doesn’t waste time or money. If you’re involved with these grants, now’s the time to speak up before May 16, 2026!

2026-05009 — Notice of Proposed Information Collection Requests: 2026-2028 Grant Performance Report Forms

The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) wants your thoughts on renewing their grant report forms for 2026-2028. These forms help track how museums and libraries use their grant money, aiming to keep paperwork easy and clear. If you’re involved with IMLS grants, now’s the time to share your feedback before May 16, 2026!

2026-04658 — Notice of Proposed Information Collection Request: IMLS Grants to States Program “State Reporting System”

The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) wants your thoughts on their plan to collect info from states about their library and museum grants. They’re aiming to make reporting easier and less time-consuming, so states can focus more on helping communities. If you’re involved with these grants, speak up by May 9, 2026, to help shape the process and keep paperwork light!

2026-04509 — Notice of Proposed Information Collection Request: Guidelines for IMLS Grants to States Five-Year Evaluation

The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) wants your thoughts on their plan to collect info for a big five-year checkup on their Grants to States program. This helps make sure the paperwork is easy and useful, saving time and money for everyone involved. If you’re connected to libraries or museums getting these grants, now’s your chance to speak up before May 9, 2026!

2026-01990 — Notice of Proposed Information Collection Requests: 2027-2029 IMLS Grant Application Forms

The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) wants your thoughts on their grant application forms for 2027-2029. They’re aiming to make the forms easier to use and less time-consuming for museums and libraries applying for funding. If you have ideas or concerns, send them in by April 4, 2026, to help shape the process and keep paperwork light!

2025-01741 — Notice of Proposed Information Collection Requests: 2025-2027 IMLS Native American Library Services Basic Grants Program-Final Performance Report Form

IMLS wants to keep collecting info from Native American Library Services grant recipients using a simple final report form for 2025-2027. They’re asking for feedback to make sure the form is easy to use and doesn’t waste time or money. If you get these grants, this is your chance to help shape the paperwork and keep things smooth!

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