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Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Grants is sponsored by Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) / Pennsylvania Department of Education's Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL). IMLS provides federal LSTA funding to states through its Grants to the States program.
In Pennsylvania, the PDE's OCL administers these funds to public, school, academic, and special libraries to support and provide excellent and equitable library services, with strategic goals to connect libraries and library services to the larger Pennsylvania ecosystem.
Projects often address lifelong learning, literacy competencies (basic, civic and social, digital, financial, health, STEM), access to digital resources, and professional development for library staff. This also includes support for libraries in rural areas that may be under-resourced.
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Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Grants is funded by Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) / Pennsylvania Department of Education's Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Pennsylvania. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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