Literary Enrichment Grant

Literary Enrichment Grant is sponsored by Children's Literacy Foundation (CLiF). The Literary Enrichment Grant supports project-based and experiential learning opportunities that bring literacy to life for children.

Literary Enrichment Grant: Up to $1,000 Children of Incarcerated Adults Community Literacy Conference Grant Application Guidelines Literary Enrichment Grant Bring Your Creative Literacy Idea to Life The Literacy Enrichment Grant provides up to $1,000 to support project-based and experiential learning opportunities that bring literacy to life for children.

Designed as a flexible funding option, the grant helps programs build excitement around reading and writing while engaging children in meaningful, hands-on experiences that nurture curiosity and creativity.

Create excitement and enthusiasm around reading and writing Encourage creative and alternative approaches to learning Engage parents/caregivers in children’s literacy experiences Inspire children to try new ideas, formats, and forms of expression Enrich young people’s lives through meaningful literacy connections Grant Eligibility Requirements Who Is Eligible to Apply?

Community or nonprofit organizations, youth-serving programs, libraries, childcare or early education centers, and schools located in Vermont or New Hampshire are eligible to apply. What Age Group Must Be Served? Applicants must serve children from birth to age 12, or a specific subset within that age range.

Is There an Income or Access Requirement? Yes. At least 35% of children served must qualify for free or reduced lunch, reduced tuition, or scholarships.

Is There a Minimum Participation Requirement? Yes. Applicants must engage a minimum of 30 children in the proposed program or event.

Is a Program Coordinator Required? Yes. Applicants must identify an organized and enthusiastic coordinator who is willing to collaborate with CLiF on planning, communication, and implementation.

What Should the Proposal Focus On? Proposals must clearly connect to literacy and strengthen engagement with reading and/or writing. Examples of Funded Projects Creative and innovative ideas are strongly encouraged.

Examples of eligible projects include, but are not limited to: Family literacy events that engage children and caregivers together Cultural performances or museum visits connected to a literacy-based unit of study Creative learning units built around a literary theme, including materials, field trips, and/or guest presenters* Partnerships between schools and public libraries to strengthen community connections around literacy Red Clover or Ladybug Award celebrations, including parades, books, and school-wide decorations Afterschool, vacation week, or out-of-school time programs with a literacy focus Writing, storytelling, comics, puppetry, or drama residencies Self-publishing and printing projects Literacy-based celebrations tied to themes such as Earth Day *Author or illustrator visits will be considered only when they are part of a broader literacy initiative with meaningful wrap-around activities.

For questions about eligibility, the application process, or technical support, please contact CLiF Program Manager Cassie Willner at cassie@clifonline. org . The next application period opens on September 1, 2026.