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Multiple programs with different deadlines: Impact Grants due June 5, 2026; Summer Reading due March 13, 2026; SC Plants the Seed due March 27, 2026; Planning/Tuition/CE grants OPEN
LSTA Grants is sponsored by South Carolina State Library (IMLS via LSTA). LSTA Grants from the South Carolina State Library, funded through the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) via the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA), provide financial support to public libraries and library agencies across South Carolina.
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LSTA Grant Programs - LSTA Grants for Public Libraries - Subject Guides at South Carolina State Library LSTA Grants for Public Libraries: LSTA Grant Programs Information about the LSTA program, instructions and forms for public libraries seeking sub-grants, and tips for evaluation of grant-funded services LSTA Documents for Awardees LSTA Five-Year State Plans Evaluating Your LSTA-Funded Project LSTA Continuing Education Grants Available Grant Program Applications and Information FFY26 Impact grants are open!
Applications are due Friday, June 5th. Continuing Education (CE) Grants Applications for conferences and multi-session courses taking place from August 2025- August 2026 are OPEN. Tuition Assistance Grants Application period is OPEN.
Planning Grant Guidelines and Application FFY25 Planning Grant application period is OPEN. FFY25 Summer Reading and Learning Program Grant Application Applications are due March 13th, 2026. SC Plants the Seed Guidelines and Application FFY25 SCPTS applications are due March 27, 2026.
SC Plants the Seed Partner Form This form is required as part of a complete application. SC Plants the Seed Toolkit This toolkit mentions, but does not include, a list of Book Recommendations—please contact the Grants Administrator or the Statewide Services Coordinator for the list.
General Information about LSTA FFY25 LSTA Manual for Applicants and Awardees Federal Restrictions on the Use of LSTA Funds LSTA grants are available when notice is given in this libguide, under the conditions described. All LSTA grants use an application process, each program having a specific application form and instructions.
Explore the resources below to learn more about how to apply for an LSTA grant, how to design a competitive application, and other information about grant management. Calculating the Local Match for an LSTA Grant Most subgrants will only use certain relevant line items. This budget shows all potential line items allowed for LSTA grants.
General Application Process For additional information on LSTA grants in South Carolina, contact the LSTA Coordinator, Alexandra Sanders , (803) 734-8917. To submit a comment or complaint about the administration of LSTA grants, please contact the SCSL Director, Leesa Aiken , (803) 734-8668. Impact Grants.
Application period for the FFY25 cycle (State FY26) is closed. LSTA Mini-Grants. Projects will be announced as they become available.
Summer Reading & Learning Program Grants. Grants up to $2,000 were available for Summer Reading Programs in 2025. This funding program is for public libraries only.
Tuition Assistance Grants. These are available in limited amounts for each semester. Tuition grant applications are OPEN.
Continuing Education Grants. Application is open for CE opportunities including conference attendance. Maximum awards are $1,000 for in-state conferences/classes, $2,000 for out-of-state conferences/classes, and $1,000 for a multi-session online course.
Note on grant expenditures for mileage reimbursement: For grants with travel on or after January 1, 2026 that include mileage (driving a car instead of flying), the rate of reimbursement is 72. 5 cents/mile. Next: LSTA Impact Grants >> Last Updated: Mar 2, 2026 10:58 AM URL: https://guides.
statelibrary. sc. gov/lsta Subjects: Information for Libraries , Library Funding Tags: grants , library development , lsta funding
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public libraries and library agencies in South Carolina. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $2,500 depending on program. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The most recent published deadline was March 13, 2026, which has passed. This is an annual program, so a new cycle should follow. Check the funder's website for the next application window.
LSTA Grants is funded by South Carolina State Library (IMLS via LSTA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in South Carolina. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
The solicitation lists 3 required documents: application_form, budget_template, and local_match_documentation. Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
Empowering Communities Grants is sponsored by PPL Foundation. These grants enrich the overall vitality of the community through programs that protect the environment and improve people's lives. Focus areas include environmental stewardship and education. Projects involving native plant pollinator habitat restoration within the Schuylkill watershed could align with environmental stewardship goals.
Brown Girl Jane x SheaMoisture Grant is a grant from SheaMoisture and Brown Girl Jane that funds Black and woman-owned beauty and wellness businesses in the United States. Part of SheaMoisture's broader commitment to addressing racial inequality through its $1 million annual giving fund, this program specifically supports founders at the intersection of Black and women-owned entrepreneurship in the beauty and wellness sector. Applicants must be based in the U.S. and have operated their business for at least one year. Grants range from $10,000 to $25,000. Check the SheaMoisture Fund website for the current open cycle, as deadlines vary by cohort.
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