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Rural Library Grant for VT & NH Children of Incarcerated Adults Community Literacy Conference Grant Application Guidelines Big Literacy Support for Small-Town Libraries This program supports smaller libraries and communities with an infusion of literacy activities, new books, programming mini-grants, and ways to connect with local schools.
Meet Our 2025-26 Grant Partners $2,000 in new children’s books for the public library and $500 in new books for the school library (both selected by librarians), plus new board books for children ages 0–5 distributed through the library or an early-childhood partner with an optional read-aloud.
Two CLiF author/illustrator visits —one in the fall and one in May or June—will take place at the local elementary school or library, featuring librarian-curated book showcases and a student book giveaway from a diverse CLiF selection. Early-childhood backpack kits for ages 0–5 will be added to library circulation, supported by a $500 mini-grant for food, supplies, and activities that enhance family literacy programming.
Additional $500 for summer programming as well! Library’s choice of $1000 to spend on additional library books; children’s section upgrades; transportation costs for school children to visit the library; summer, vacation week, homeschool, or afterschool programming; or a family literacy event.
Create a culture of literacy in the community by building enthusiasm for the public library Ensure all students have easy access to high quality, age-appropriate print materials at home, school, and library Strengthen the relationship between the public library and local elementary school Increase the percentage of children with library cards and the frequency with which they visit the library Introduce children to new people, places, and experiences through books, author/illustrator presenters, and creative programming opportunities Grant Eligibility Requirements Who Is Eligible to Apply?
Public libraries located in Vermont or New Hampshire that serve rural communities and demonstrate a clear need for CLiF support are eligible to apply. What Does “Rural” Mean for This Grant? Applicants must self-identify as rural; as a guideline, the U.S. Census Bureau defines rural areas as communities with populations of 5,000 or fewer .
Is There a Budget Requirement or Preference? Libraries with limited budgets are encouraged to apply, with preference generally given to libraries with annual budgets under $125,000 . How Is Community Need Evaluated?
Applicants must demonstrate a clear need for CLiF support in an under-served community. Is Collaboration with a School Required? Yes.
Applicants must demonstrate the ability and enthusiasm to collaborate with their local elementary school. Can Libraries That Have Received a Rural Library Grant Apply Again? Yes, but at least five years must have passed since the conclusion of the library’s last CLiF Rural Library grant.
For questions about eligibility, the application process, or technical support, please contact CLiF Program Manager Cassie Willner at cassie@clifonline. org . Applications open: April 1, 2026 Application deadline: May 25, 2026 Final grant evaluation deadline: June 30, 2027
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Public schools (preK-6) in Vermont and New Hampshire. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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Note: Each funding opportunity description is a synopsis of information in the Federal Register application notice. For specific information about eligibility, please see the official application notice. The official version of this document is the document published in the Federal Register. Free Internet access to the official edition of the Federal Register and the Code of Federal Regulations is available on GPO Access at: http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/index.html. Please review the official application notice for pre-application and application requirements, application submission information, performance measures, priorities and program contact information. Purpose of Program: The purpose of this program is to stimulate technological innovation in the private sector, strengthen the role of small business in meeting Federal research or research and development (R/R&D) needs, increase the commercial application of the U.S. Department of Education (Department) supported research results, and improve the return on investment from federally funded research for economic and social benefits to the Nation. Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number: 84.133S-1. If you choose to submit your application electronically, you must use the Governmentwide Grants.gov Apply site at http://www.Grants.gov. Through this site, you will be able to download a copy of the application package, complete it offline, and then upload and submit your application. You may not e-mail an electronic copy of a grant application to us. You may access the electronic grant application for the SBIR Program at: http://www.Grants.gov. You must search for the downloadable application package for this competition by the CFDA number. Do not include the CFDA number's alpha suffix in your search (e.g. , search for 84.133, not 84.133S). The telephone number for the Grants.gov Helpdesk is 1-800-518-4726 or e-mail: support@grants.gov. Funding Opportunity Number: ED-GRANTS-090908-001. Assistance Listing: 84.133. Funding Instrument: G. Category: ED. Award Amount: Up to $75K per award.
The National Leadership Grants for Libraries Program (NLG-L) supports projects that address critical needs of the library and archives fields and have the potential to advance practice and strengthen library and archival services for the American public. Successful proposals will generate results such as new models, tools, research findings, services, practices, and/or alliances that can be widely used, adapted, scaled, or replicated to extend and leverage the benefits of federal investment. Applications to IMLS should both advance knowledge and understanding and ensure that the federal investment made generates benefits to society. Specifically, the goals for this program are to generate projects of far-reaching impact that: • Build the workforce and institutional capacity for managing the national information infrastructure and serving the information and education needs of the public. • Build the capacity of libraries and archives to lead and contribute to efforts that improve community well-being and strengthen civic engagement. • Improve the ability of libraries and archives to provide broad access to and use of information and collections with emphasis on collaboration to avoid duplication and maximize reach. • Strengthen the ability of libraries to provide services to affected communities in the event of an emergency or disaster. • Strengthen the ability of libraries, archives, and museums to work collaboratively for the benefit of the communities they serve. Throughout its work, IMLS places importance on diversity, equity, and inclusion. This may be reflected in an IMLS-funded project in a wide range of ways, including efforts to serve individuals of diverse geographic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; individuals with disabilities; individuals with limited functional literacy or information skills; individuals having difficulty using a library or museum; and underserved urban and rural communities, including children from families with incomes below the poverty line. Application Process: The application process for the NLG-L program has two phases; applicants must begin by applying for Phase I. For Phase I, all applicants must submit Preliminary Proposals by the September 20th deadline listed for this Notice of Funding Opportunity. For Phase II, only selected applicants will be invited to submit Full Proposals, and only those Invited Full Proposals will be considered for funding. Invited Full Proposals will be due March 20, 2024. Funding Opportunity Number: NLG-LIBRARIES-FY24. Assistance Listing: 45.312. Funding Instrument: G. Category: AR,HU. Award Amount: $50K – $1M per award.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program (ED/IES) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences (IES). This program provides funding for small businesses to conduct research and development of innovative education technology products. It emphasizes rigorous research and the potential for commercialization to bring products to schools. Projects can leverage AI functionalities, interactive learning, and assistive technologies for students and educators. The program has an annual allocation of $10 million for new ed-tech products.