[Michlib-l] $20,000 Grant Opportunity: NEA Big Read

[Stacy Brooks]

Arts Midwest is now accepting applications for the 2021-2022 *National
Endowment for the Arts Big Read Program
<https://www.artsmidwest.org/news/2020/10-09/now-accepting-applications-nea-big-read-2021-2022>*,
and we'd appreciate your help publicizing this exciting opportunity to your
network.

*What?*  The NEA Big Read is a community engagement opportunity with grants
of up *$20,000* for community-wide reading programs (virtual and/or
in-person).  Organizations can choose one of six available books
<https://www.artsmidwest.org/programs/neabigread/books>.  They can also tie
in thematically-related books of their choice to expand the program's
potential and reach a wider audience.

*Who?* Eligible organizations include arts organizations, community service
organizations, institutions of higher education, libraries, literary
centers, museums, school districts, theater companies, tribal governments,
and more!

*Why?* Past grantees have a proven track record of successfully engaging
their audiences through the power of literature and stirring up a passion
for reading that persists year after year.  They've also developed
meaningful and lasting partnerships with other organizations in their
community. Studies have shown that reading for pleasure has positive
impacts on one’s health
<https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-reading-books#reduces-stress>
and this program can also provide entertainment and connection to community
members in a time of isolation.

*When?* The deadline to apply is *January 27, 2021*.


*Where?* Learn more about the NEA Big Read via the attached grant
guidelines and at this link:
https://www.artsmidwest.org/programs/neabigread/about

If you have any questions, please contact Arts Midwest at
neabigread at artsmidwest.org or 612-238-8010.
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