NEA Big Read
Solicitation Title: NEA Big Read
Funding Amount: 75 organizations will be selected for grants from $5,000 to $20,000
Sponsor Deadline: Thursday, January 26, 2017
Solicitation Link: http://www.neabigread.org/guidelines.php
Solicitation Number: CFDA No. 45.024
Overview
<p>An initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest, NEA Big Read broadens our understanding of our world, our communities, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Showcasing a diverse range of contemporary books that reflect many different voices and perspectives, the NEA Big Read aims to inspire conversation and discovery.</p> <p>NEA Big Read annually supports approximately 75 dynamic community reading programs, each designed around a single NEA Big Read selection. Organizations selected to participate in NEA Big Read receive a grant, access to online training resources and opportunities, digital resources, and promotional materials designed to support widespread community involvement.</p> <p>The programs last approximately one month and include a kick-off event, often attended by high-profile community leaders and other local luminaries; major events devoted specifically to the book (e.g., panel discussions and author reading); events using the book as a point of departure (e.g., film screenings and theatrical readings); and book discussions in diverse locations involving a wide range of audiences.</p>
Solicitation Limitations: <p><span>Funding is not available for: Overlapping project costs between federal awards, whether received directly from a federal agency or indirectly, such as through a state agency or other entity Programs restricted to any organization's membership; programs must be promoted and available to the general public Programs that are intended to be experienced solely online Payment for facilities, purchase of capital equipment, or non-project related administrative expenses Fellowships or cash prizes Entertainment costs, such as opening parties, receptions, or fundraisers</span></p> Other Information:<p><span>Partner with a library (if the applicant organization itself is not a library). University and college applicants must partner with a library that is not directly affiliated with their educational institution. Choose one of the 28 available reading selections. Applicants that have received an NEA Big Read grant in the past must choose a different reading selection from their previous award. Obtain a DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) number. Look up your DUNS number. Have and maintain an “active” SAM registration (System for Award Management; sam.gov) until the application process is complete, and if selected, throughout the programming dates of the award. This may include renewing your registration annually or more frequently if there are changes in the information. SAM registration is free. Contact your local Procurement Technical Assistance Center for free specialized help with the SAM.gov registration process. Limited Submission through OKED. <a href="https://funding.asu.edu/opportunities/nea-big-read-0">https://funding.a…;Last Updated:
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