Elsevier Foundation Invites 2011 Proposals for Innovative
Libraries in Developing Countries Program
September 15th deadline for grants to promote research in the
developing world
New York, May 25th 2011 -- The Elsevier Foundation is seeking new
grant proposals for the 2011 Innovative Libraries in Developing
Countries program which provides grants to library programs in
the developing world for innovative systems and services that
improve access to scientific, technical and medical information.
During the past five years 25 grants have been awarded worth
millions of dollars to capacity-building library projects in the
fields of science, technology and medicine -- through training,
education, infrastructure, digitization and preservation of
information. The deadline for Innovative Libraries proposals is
September 15th 2011. Grants will be awarded in December 2011 and
provide one, two and three year awards between US$5,000 to
US$50,000 per year. The online Elsevier Foundation application
program will accept proposals from July 1st through September
15th on www.elsevierfoundation.org.
"The Innovative Libraries program has funded a very compelling
range of programs, ranging from innovative health information
delivery through telemedicine to the preservation and
accessibility of critical primary source content," said David
Ruth, Executive Director of the Elsevier Foundation, "The
innovations proposed are growing year by year, demonstrating the
creativity and drive to create tailored library research
environments in developing countries. We have every expectation
that we'll see high quality proposals this year that will again
demonstrate the power of libraries to contribute to development."
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About The Elsevier Foundation
The Elsevier Foundation provides grants to institutions around
the world, with a focus on support for the world's libraries and
for scholars in the early stages of their careers. Since its
inception, the Foundation has awarded more than 60 grants worth
millions dollars to non-profit organizations working in these
fields. Through gift-matching, the Foundation also supports the
efforts of Elsevier employees to play a positive role in their
local and global communities. The Elsevier Foundation is funded
by Elsevier, a leading global publisher of scientific, technical
and medical information products and services.
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Elsevier Foundation Program Guidelines
Innovative Libraries in Developing Countries
Call for Proposals Deadline: September 15th 2011
www.elsevierfoundation.org
The Elsevier Foundation supports the efforts of libraries to
enhance the quality of life in developing countries by advancing
knowledge in science, the social sciences technology and
medicine. The Foundation provides one, two and three year grants
to libraries in the developing countries and supporting
organizations:
* Programs to enhance library infrastructure, technology or
information services in ways that significantly expand their
ability to make STM (scientific/social sciences, technical and
medical) information available to those who need it --
researchers, clinicians, students, policymakers and the wider
public.
* Programs that expand library information resources in the
developing world through digitization or preservation of
information that advances science, health, the environment, and
indigenous knowledge.
* Training and education programs for library staff, students or
researchers, contributing to sustainable improvements in the
library's capacity to provide STM information in the developing
world.
* Partnerships between libraries in the developing countries and
institutions in the developed countries to provide technical
assistance or training. Developed country partner organizations
include libraries, learned societies, universities,
intergovernmental organizations and other non-profit
organizations.
Preference will be given to proposals that clearly demonstrate
the following;
* Innovation in improving the use of STM information
* A high degree of potential impact on society in the developing
world
* Programs that will serve as models for other institutions and
countries
* Programs that enhance international partnerships or exchange
between individuals and institutions
* Realistic budgets tied to measurable outcomes
* Sustained financial and programmatic viability
* Programs that have institutional supports
* Programs leaders or institutes with record of past success
* Create and promote collaborative networks across institutions
and/or disciplines.
* A willingness to draw from the expertise and experience of
previous grantees
* Have specific plans for sustainability beyond the funding
period.
* Embody plans for dissemination beyond the awardee organization
of policies, procedures, and "lessons learned" that are developed
during the funding period.
Please note:
Requests for hardware will only be considered if they are part of
a comprehensive project approach integrating diverse elements
such as training or research. Grants are awarded for specific
projects rather than operating support.
Innovative Libraries Guidelines
Proposals are welcome for single-year grants in amounts between
US$5,000 to US$50,000. Proposals will be accepted for multi-year
programs (up to three years) for grant amounts of US$5,000 to
US$50,000 per year. Grant proposals should be submitted online no
later than September 15th 2011. Awards will be announced in
December 2011. Proposals should be focused and well-defined, and
must address each of the following elements:
* Cover letter: Provide a one-page description of the objectives
and key activities of the program. Include contact details and
the amount of funding requested.
* Goals and plan: A clear description of the program goals and
implementation plan, including timeframe.
* Innovation: How will the program introduce new ideas,
capabilities and/or capacity for the institution or country. How
the program would serve as a model for others.
* Impact: The significance of the program's intended impact on
science, health and society in that country or globally.
* Sustainability: How will the benefits of the program be
sustained after the grant has been expended.
* Budget: The total amount of the grant requested and
justification for the requested amount, including a clear budget
overview spreadsheet that indicates in as much detail as possible
intended expenditures and other sources of funding, if any.
* Evaluation: How the program will be measured and evaluated and
how its results will be reported.
* Organization and partnership: A description of the organization
requesting the grant, confirmation of its status as a non-profit
entity, and a listing of key officers and staff who will direct
the implementation of the program. Description of key program
partners, if any.
* Length: Applications may only be submitted online through the
Elsevier Foundation's online application system.
* Final Report for Awarded Grants: The Elsevier Foundation
requires a final report from grantees at the time of completion
of funded activities. The report should be both descriptive and
evaluative, and include:
** Detailed summary of activities during the grant period
** Internal and external media coverage generated
** Accounting report of grant expenditures
** Assessment of project goals (including level of achievement)
Awards must be submitted online via The Elsevier Foundation's
online grant application proposal system between July 1st and
September 15th.
Awards will be announced in December 2011. Please don't hesitate
to contact the Elsevier Foundation with any questions concerning
the development of your proposal.
The Elsevier Foundation
360 Park Avenue South
New York, NY 10010 USA
Phone: +31-20-485-2025 3965
Email: foundation_at_elsevier.com
Elsevier B.V. Registered Office: Radarweg 29, 1043 NX Amsterdam,
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Received on Sat May 28 2011 - 07:07:29 EDT