As part of its implementation grant<https://imls.gov/sites/default/files/project-proposals/LG-252394-OLS-22-full-proposal.pdf> from the Institute for Museum and Library Services, the Michigan Digital Preservation Network<https://mipres.org/> (MDPN) is providing FREE digital preservation storage for digital collections that could be considered at-risk or pertaining to underrepresented groups/communities. In addition to free storage for selected collections, awardees will receive free one-on-one training on how to use the MDPN's preservation service. You do not need to be an MDPN member to apply. To apply, visit http://bit.ly/MDPNstoragegrant. Applications are due February 25! The MDPN is a statewide initiative that offers affordable and easy-to-use digital preservation services to cultural memory organizations of all types and sizes. Digital preservation helps keep digital collections safe, accessible, and usable for the long-term future in spite of risks like technical failure or organizational change, and is an important part of good digital collections stewardship. Please feel free to share this opportunity widely within your organization and networks! For questions about the grant, please contact MDPN Coordinator Dr. Chelsea Denault (denaultc@mcls.org<mailto:denaultc@mcls.org>). -- Chelsea Denault, Ph.D. (she/her) Michigan Digital Preservation Network Coordinator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-325-0826 denaultc@mcls.org<mailto:denaultc@mcls.org> www.MIpres.org<http://mipres.org/> [Logo]<http://mipres.org/>
