533 Literacy Grants and Grants for Libraries

Grants to Nebraska organizations and agencies for community benefit projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to address the needs of local communities, including but not limited to playground improvements, lifesaving equipment, computer software for schools,...

Grants to Colorado nonprofit and for-profit organizations to employ artists in eligible locations. The funds are incentives for hiring literary, performing, and visual artists for projects that include public programming. The funding is intended to benefit artists with...

Awards to Texas librarians for exceptional use of technology and social media. The award is intended to recognize school librarians with an outstanding online presence that is demonstrated through a variety of approaches, including but not limited to professional websi...

Grants of up to $1,500 and grants of up to $5,000 to California teachers, principals, librarians, and after-school providers in eligible regions to enhance classroom experiences for students and provide professional development activities for staff. Eligible applicants...

Fellowships of $26,000 to USA PhD candidates, researchers, and post-doctoral scholars to conduct humanities research projects at an institution in New York City. Applicants from underserved and underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply. Research projects may...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Oregon nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and religious organizations for programs to benefit families, youth, and children in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects in the priority areas of community ...

Grants to New York local government agencies, including libraries, planning and utility authorities, school districts, and educational boards, to improve operational efficiency and service delivery. Funding is intended to support the planning and implementation of proj...

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, K-12 schools, universities, and public agencies in eligible locations to support educational projects for local children and youth. Funding is intended for youth-focused projects that promote literacy, sports and physical e...

Grants to Manitoba nonprofit organizations, school divisions, schools, institutions of higher education, and professional associations to enhance French-language education. Funding is intended to implement French programs and courses and to strengthen the cultural and ...

Grants to Connecticut nonprofits, boards of education, and local educational service centers for collaborative activities to decrease the achievement gap for disadvantaged and minority students in eligible locations. Certain applicants are required to submit proof of n...

Grants of up to $750 to Indiana and Kentucky individuals and groups affiliated with nonprofit organizations for youth-led community-benefit projects. Funding is intended to help youth learn about service to the community, develop job skills, build social and cognitive ...

Grants of up to $20,000 to New York nonprofit organizations for educational programs and projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for specific initiatives that focus on providing educational opportunities including but not limited to c...

Awards to Maryland artists and collectives in eligible locations to recognize artistic merit. Awards will be given in the following categories: music, visual artist, performance, film and video, literary arts, and interdisciplinary. Requests will be accepted from artis...

Grants of up to $3,000 to California nonprofit organizations, public schools, and libraries to enhance, protect, and preserve the quality of life for local residents in eligible regions. Applicants are required to register with the funding source prior to submitting an...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA journalists to cover costs incurred while researching and writing groundbreaking stories. Prior to submitting an application, applicants must obtain a commitment letter for publication of the proposed story in a U.S. media outlet. Funding...

Grants of up to $7,500 to Maine nonprofit organizations, government agencies, institutions of higher education, schools, faith-based organizations, tribal entities, and libraries for large-scale humanities programs. Funding is intended for projects and activities, incl...

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs that benefit women and children in eligible communities. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of physical and mental health, education, economic empowerment, and violence/cr...

Grants of up to $20,000 and in-kind support to USA nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, IHEs, school districts, libraries, and museums for community programs to promote reading. Applicants must submit an intent to apply prior t...

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible communities. Certain applicants must submit an LOI before applying. Funding is intended for capacity-building efforts, existing programs, and new initiatives. Special con...

Grants of up to $16,000 to New York public libraries for youth programming in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs that enhance youth access to local libraries, foster a love of learning and reading, and benefit children from early childhood to 12th grade...

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations, including government agencies, K-12 public schools, IHEs, and faith-based organizations, to enhance the quality of life for local residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended for initiatives in the areas of focus of educa...

Award of $5,000 per year to an Idaho writer to recognize and honor excellence in the field of literature. Writers will be judged based on existing work, professional history, and the effectiveness of oral reading. Recipients will participate in craft workshops, reading...

Grants of up to $3,000 to California nonprofit, educational, and volunteer organizations for one-time special projects that serve the local community in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support programs in literacy, community health, seniors, and youth. Program...

Grants to California school districts, charter schools, county offices of education, and special needs schools for after-school enrichment programming for students in kindergarten through grade 9. Funding is intended for collaborations between schools and community res...

Fellowships of $5,000 to Idaho artists and writers to recognize and support outstanding work in their discipline. New applicants must receive approval in order to access the online application system. This program helps advance the recipient's career, rewards the pursu...

Grants to Hawaii nonprofit organizations for a broad range of educational and charitable programs. Consideration will be given to requests for program support as well as capital projects. Funding is intended to be used for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, a...

Awards to Florida nonprofit organizations, faith-based entities, government agencies, schools, libraries, and individuals to recognize outstanding community contributions in eligible locations. The awards are intended to recognize specific community service activities ...

Award to a Texas school superintendent, principal, or assistant principal to acknowledge his or her outstanding contribution to library-related services. Nominees should demonstrate how they have advanced various literary programs for both students and professionals. A...

Grants of up to $25,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations to benefit women and families in eligible locations. Special interest will be given to proposals that prioritize accessibility, diversity, inclusion, and equity. Areas of interest include housing, food, health...

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations, local governments, schools, and libraries for programs to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible communities. The purpose of the program is to benefit local residents. Eligible programs and projects are those that ...

Grants to Wyoming library employees and volunteer staff for professional development activities. Funding is intended to strengthen the library workforce through continuing education and training. Eligible applicants have 12 months of employment or volunteer time at the...

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, schools, and agencies for projects that benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding areas of interest include health, social services, the environment, education, and arts and culture. Support is available for pro...

Grants to Manitoba nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit children and families in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a broad range of activities within the focus areas of health and nutrition, positive parenting, literacy and education...

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $20,000 to New Mexico and California nonprofit organizations to address local needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of education success and family stability. Proposals will only b...

Grants of up to $5,000 to California nonprofit organizations to meet the needs of women and children in eligible counties. Program areas include education, literacy, health, arts and culture, and human services. Funding is intended for projects and programs, equipment ...

Awards of $1,000 to Texas libraries to recognize innovative programs that improve their visibility in the community. The purpose of the award is to acknowledge and publicize school, academic, public, or special libraries that have implemented creative programs that oth...

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, IHEs, tribes, municipalities, and libraries in eligible locations for arts projects. Funding is intended to assist local multicultural organizations and arts groups and to increase access to high-quality arts experience...

Award to a Massachusetts individual, institution, or agency to recognize exceptional contributions to literacy within the state. The purpose of the award is to honor a recipient who has demonstrated a commitment to advancing literacy through teaching, promotional endea...

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, institutions of higher education, school districts, tribal entities, and faith-based organizations to plan a volunteer program for future implementation. Applicants must complete the required registration b...

Award to a Utah educational technology coach, library technology coach, instructional coach, or curriculum coach to recognize advancements in the integration of technology into education. Nominations are welcome on behalf of individuals who provide support to teachers ...

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit and for-profit organizations, faith-based entities, and institutions of higher education for neighborhood improvement projects and public services in eligible locations. Funding is intended for community development activities that benef...

Grants of up to $3,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations and schools for music programming. Funding is intended to promote music performances, instruction, and other activities that engage and educate individuals of all ages. Special consideration will be given to pr...

Grants to Arkansas school districts for professional development programs designed for teachers. Funding is intended to provide educational workforce development services to assist districts in improving the quality of education. The grant program seeks to support the ...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Maryland artists in eligible regions for project support. Funding is intended to assist the artist with new or ongoing projects to be presented to the public. Eligible disciplines include literary arts, music, theater, and visual arts. Artists...

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and local units of government to benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance the local quality of life. Focus areas include arts and culture, education, health, human services, civic, and environmen...

Grants to local Michigan non-profit organizations, agencies, schools, and faith-based groups to provide quality and innovative programs, projects, or services in eligible areas. There are five established endowed funds through which applicants may apply for support to...

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, universities, churches, synagogues, and mosques to benefit local communities. Interested applicants are required to contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support program...

Award of $10,000 to a USA, Canada, or International librarian to recognize extraordinary character in the face of a difficult situation. Nominees should demonstrate that they have dealt with challenges with honor and grace. In addition to a generous cash prize, the awa...

Grants to Ohio and Pennsylvania nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, libraries, and schools for programs that benefit the community in eligible counties. Past grants have been awarded to a broad range of organizations that include animal protec...

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, individuals, schools and school districts, and agencies to support local arts and cultural projects in eligible locations. Eligible activities may include concerts, festivals, productions, residencies, publications, exhibiti...