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The Big Read - http://neabigread.org/guidelines.php -

Applicant organizations for The Big Read must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit; a division of state, local, or tribal government; or a tax-exempt public library. Eligible applicants include such organizations as literary centers, libraries, museums, colleges and universities, art centers, historical societies, arts councils, tribal governments, humanities councils, literary festivals, and arts organizations.

Community organizations participating in The Big Read develop and produce a well-planned, well-attended, community-wide read with innovative, diverse programming, and widespread community involvement and participation. Activities last approximately one month and focus on one book or poet from The Big Read Library.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 1, 2012
PROGRAMMING DATES: SEPTEMBER 2012-JUNE 2013
APPROXIMATELY 75 ORGANIZATIONS WILL BE SELECTED
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The Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest designed to revitalize the role of literature in American culture and to encourage citizens to read for pleasure and enlightenment. The Big Read provides organizations with grants and comprehensive resources that support their efforts to read and discuss a single book or the work of a poet.
To learn more about The Big Read, including current programming, visit www.NEABigRead.org.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Big Read supports organizations across the country in developing community-wide reading programs that include innovative, diverse activities such as author readings, book discussions, art exhibits, lectures, film series, music or dance events, theatrical performances, panel discussions, and other events and activities related to their chosen book or poet which encourage reading and participation by diverse audiences and lapsed or reluctant readers.
Organizations selected to participate receive a grant, access to online training resources and opportunities, and educational and promotional materials designed to support widespread community involvement.
Grant size
Organizations may apply for grants ranging from $2,500 to $20,000. Organizations should consider the following when determining their grant request:

* Community population- the suggested grant range for applicants from a small community with fewer than 50,000 residents is $2,500-$7,500; the suggested grant range for applicants from larger cities and towns is $7,500-$20,000.
* Number of activities planned-applicants demonstrating innovative and detailed plans to host more than the minimum required activities (see Event plans) should consider requesting grants at the upper end of the grant range.
Grants must be matched at least 1 to 1 with nonfederal funds. Grant funds may be used for such expenses as book purchases, speaker fees and travel, salaries, advertising, and venue rental. Please see the Program Budget Instructions below for more information.

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