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Find similar grants2026 LORI Project Grants is sponsored by Rhode Island Office of Library & Information Services (OLIS). Provides opportunities for libraries and library-serving organizations to execute projects supporting the advancement of library services in Rhode Island.
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2026 LORI Project Grants Notice of Funding Opportunity | RI Office of Library & Information Services Library Program Manager - Library Development/LSTA nicolette. baffoni@olis. ri.
gov Institute of Museums and Library Services LORI Grants are offered by the Office of Library and Information Services as subgrants funded through its federal Institute of Museum and Library Services grant under the Grants to States Program supported by the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is the primary source of federal support for the nation's libraries and museums.
IMLS advances, supports, and empowers America’s museums, libraries, and related organizations through grantmaking, research, and policy development. The IMLS vision is a nation where museums and libraries work together to transform the lives of individuals and communities. To learn more, visit www.
imls. gov and follow IMLS on Facebook . 2026 LORI Project Grants Notice of Funding Opportunity Library of Rhode Island (LORI) Project Grants provide opportunities for libraries, library consortia, or library-serving organizations to execute forward-looking projects that support the advancement of library services in Rhode Island.
Libraries or organizations are encouraged to submit proposals that expand access to library materials and services, expand learning opportunities or promote literacy, expand or advance the use of library services or the role of the library in the community, or create more inclusive or accessible library services to all members of the community. Partnerships with community-serving organizations are strongly encouraged.
Visit the 2026 LORI Mini Grants page to learn more about opportunities for smaller projects. All public libraries that meet the Minimum Standards for Rhode Island Public Libraries in fiscal year 2026 (as of July 1, 2025) are eligible to apply. Academic, school, and other libraries that are members of LORI are also eligible to apply, as are library consortia serving eligible libraries.
Other library-serving organizations should contact the Office of Library and Information Services (OLIS) to determine if they meet eligibility requirements. To be eligible to receive an award, entities must complete the Annual Organization Registration through the state’s eCivis Grants Portal. Only the entity receiving payment needs to complete the Annual Organization Registration.
Annual Organization Registration Instructions RI Annual Organization Registration Information Public libraries may apply for more than one LORI Grant, including both Program Grants and Mini-Grants; application for one grant does not disqualify a library from applying for another. Grant applications will be accepted for projects from $10,000 to $27,500. No matching funds are required.
Libraries and eligible organizations interested in applying for funding are strongly encouraged to consult with OLIS before applying for a grant. A grant information workshop and a grant writing workshop will be provided live with the recordings made available; interested applicants are welcome to attend to ask questions about the program and projects.
OLIS staff will also be available to answer questions and assist libraries throughout the application process. Libraries may schedule an appointment with Nicolette Baffoni, LSTA Coordinator & Library Development Manager to discuss project ideas and the grant application. 2026 LORI Grant Overview Webinar Recording Applications for the 2026 LORI Project Grant program will open in February 2026 and will close on March 16, 2026.
Applications will be accepted through the state’s Euna Grant Management Portal. All grant management, including requests for payment and reports, will be managed through the Euna portal.
Application, Instructions & Other Documents Grant Application (in Euna) Frequently Asked Questions Euna for Subrecipients – Resources and Training from the state of RI LSTA Requirements, Assurances and Certifications Application period: February 2026 – March 23, 2026 Notification of award: End of March 2026 Project period begins: April 1, 2026 Final date to request drawdown of grant funds: August 31, 2026 Project conclusion: August 31, 2026 Deadline for final grant report: September 30, 2026 Questions: Email Nicolette Baffoni , LSTA Coordinator & Library Development Manager or schedule an appointment
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Libraries, library consortia, or library-serving organizations in Rhode Island. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
2026 LORI Project Grants is funded by Rhode Island Office of Library & Information Services (OLIS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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