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Direct Grants to Libraries (Library Services and Technology Act - LSTA) is sponsored by Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) through the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC). Using federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funds, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) develops grant opportunities for public, school, academic, and special libraries.
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Using federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), the MBLC develops grant opportunities for public, school, academic, and special libraries that go beyond what local funding can do. The MBLC uses LSTA funds to offer a variety of programs, services, and partially fund 13 of the MBLC’s 23 staff members supporting those programs and services.
The MBLC also uses federal funding to provide statewide library services like research databases and a consumer website where residents can access library resources, and to support the statewide eBook program. The MBLC develops a comprehensive five-year long range plan detailing how federal funds will be used in Massachusetts libraries. This plan is submitted to the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services.
The State Advisory Council on Libraries , a group representing various types of libraries as well as library users, provides valuable advice to staff and Commissioners on LSTA programs and the allocation of grant funds. Learn more about how the MBLC uses federal funding to improve library services in the Commonwealth.
Disaster recovery and emergency assistance Library eBook and audiobook Reciprocal Lending (LEA) Statewide database licensing The Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners works to provide every person in the Commonwealth with full and equal access to outstanding library services, to promote innovation and collaboration, and to position libraries at the center of civic life in their communities.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public, school, academic, and special libraries in Massachusetts. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Direct Grants to Libraries (Library Services and Technology Act - LSTA) is funded by Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) through the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Massachusetts. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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