[OPLINLIST] National Medal For Library and Museum Services

[Missy Lodge]

The Institute of Museum and Library Services is accepting applications
for the National Medal for Library and Museum Services. Applications are
due on February 17, 2009. 

Program Overview 
The National Medal for Museum and Library Service (formerly the National
Award) honors outstanding institutions that make significant and
exceptional contributions to their communities. Selected institutions
demonstrate extraordinary and innovative approaches to public service,
exceeding the expected levels of community outreach and core programs
generally associated with its services. The medal includes prizes of
$10,000 to each recipient and an awards ceremony to be held in
Washington, DC.

Qualifications and Criteria for Selection 
The main qualification for selection is community service, as
demonstrated by the institution's ongoing commitment, at every level, to
its community. 

Nominations should describe: 
* The institution's goals in serving its community.
* The population served.
* How the institution works together with the community to achieve the
goals.
* The outcome of this effort during the past two to three years.
* How the institution will sustain these efforts in the future. 

The National Museum and Library Services Board reviews the nominations
and makes recommendations to the IMLS Director, who makes the final
selection. 

Eligibility
Public or private nonprofit institutions are eligible to receive this
award. Nominated institutions must be open to the general public for at
least 120 days per year

Nomination Information
An institution may be nominated by one of its own employees or by a
member of the community with a special interest in the institution. If
you are an employee of the museum or library you are nominating, please
state your title. If you are a member of the community, please indicate
your particular interest in the institution. 

Nomination Form

The nomination form can be located at:
http://www.imls.gov/pdf/09_Medals_Nomination.pdf 

 

Nominations must be postmarked by February 17, 2009 to this address (no
faxes or emails will be accepted): 

The National Medal for Museum and Library Service
Office of the Director
Institute of Museum and Library Services 
1800 M St. NW 9th Floor 
Washington, DC 20036-5802 

 

 

Missy Lodge

Head, Library Programs and Development

614.644.6914

800.686.1532 (Ohio only)

614.466.3584 (fax)

http://library.ohio.gov 

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