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Library Services and Technology Act Local and Collaborative Competitive Grant is sponsored by California State Library (administered with federal IMLS funds). These competitive grants help California's libraries respond to local needs, align services with community aspirations, support experimentation and research, and provide training in grant writing and management.
The program emphasizes projects focusing on underserved and vulnerable populations, sustainability, and workforce development.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: California public libraries, library consortia, and library-focused non-profit organizations. Local competitive grants are open to California libraries. Collaborative competitive grants require three or more library jurisdictions. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Library Services and Technology Act Local and Collaborative Competitive Grant is funded by California State Library (administered with federal IMLS funds). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in California. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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