The Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR) is an independent, nonprofit organization that forges strategies to enhance research, teaching, and learning environments in collaboration with libraries, cultural institutions, and communities of higher learning. CLIR aspires to transform the information landscape to support the advancement of knowledge. CLIR promotes forward-looking collaborative solutions that transcend disciplinary, institutional, professional, and geographic boundaries in support of the public good. In pursuing its mission, CLIR is committed to: *Building trust *Retaining independence *Fostering collaboration *Cultivating effective leadership *Capitalizing on strategic opportunities The organization advances its mission through project initiatives and partnerships, publications, the DLF program, and award and fellowship opportunities.