The National Endowment for the Arts is accepting applications for the 2011-12 “The Big Read” program.

Organizations may apply for grants ranging from $2,500 to $20,000. Organizations selected to participate will receive a grant, access to online training resources and opportunities, educational and promotional materials to support widespread community involvement and participation, an Organizer’s Guide for developing and managing Big Read activities, inclusion of the organization and its activities on The Big Read Web site, and the prestige of participating in a highly visible national program.

Application deadline is February 1, 2011.

For application materials and information, see:
http://www.neabigread.org/application_process.php