Elsevier Foundation Program for…

                        Elsevier Foundation
       Program for Innovative Libraries in Developing Countries
The Elsevier Foundation supports the efforts of libraries to enhance the quality of life in
developing countries by advancing knowledge in science (including the social sciences),
technology and medicine.

The Foundation provides one, two and three year grants to libraries in the developing
countries and supporting organizations in the following areas:

    Programs to enhance library infrastructure, technology or information services in ways
    that significantly enhance 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 enhance or 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

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. Grants are awarded for specific projects rather than
operating support.

Grant proposals should be submitted in full no later than September 15, 2008.

Proposals should be focused and well-defined, and must address each of the following seven
elements:

1. Goals and plan: A clear description of the program goals and implementation plan,
   including timeframe.
2. Innovation: How the program will introduce new ideas, capabilities and/or capacity for
   the institution or country. How the program would serve as a model for others.



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3. Impact: The significance of the program's intended impact on science, health and society
   in that country or globally.
4. Sustainability: How the benefits of the program will be sustained after the grant has been
   expended.
5. Budget: The total amount of the grant requested and justification for the requested
   amount, including a budget that indicates major intended expenditures and other sources
   of funding, if any.
6. Evaluation: How the program will be measured and evaluated and how its results will be
   reported.
7. 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.

Please include a primary contact person with current address, email, and phone number in
your proposal.

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
    accounting report of grant expenditures
    assessment of project goals (including level of achievement)

Proposals may be submitted via mail, fax, or email, but you are encouraged to submit
proposals via email. Upon submission, you will receive a confirmation that your proposal has
been received. If you have questions or would like additional guidance before submitting a
proposal, please contact us. Grant awards will be announced in December 2008.

                                 Proposals should be sent to:

                                   The Elsevier Foundation
                                    360 Park Avenue South
                               New York, NY 10010-1710, USA
                                 telephone: (1) 212-229-4970
                                 facsimile: (1) 212-633-3965
                               e-mail: foundation@elsevier.com




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