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Find similar grantsState Grants to Libraries is sponsored by Colorado State Library (CSL). This grant provides funding to eligible publicly funded school, public, and academic libraries in Colorado for educational materials that support efforts to improve literacy and learning.
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State Grants to Libraries - Colorado Department of Education search-form#clearSearch'> CDE Blank Default Post - When There Are No Closures or Notices search-form#clearSearch'> State Grants to Libraries In the 2026 legislative session, the Colorado Legislature appropriated nearly $3 million in the state's budget to fund the State Grants to Libraries Act.
The funds will be available to eligible publicly funded school, public and academic libraries to fund grants for library materials as defined in the statute (see CRS 24-90-401 ). The purpose of the funds is for educational materials in libraries that support efforts to improve literacy and learning. Funding Available for 2026-2027 The Colorado State Library is offering State Grants to Libraries funding for 2026-2027.
The grant is open to eligible academic, public, and school libraries (one grant awarded per library jurisdiction, academic institution, or school district). Applications are due by Tuesday, September 15, 2026. View the 2026-2027 projected funding amounts (PDF).
Remaining FY2025-2026 deadlines July 15, 2026: Last day to request funds for reimbursement September 30, 2026: Final Expenditure Report (FER) due Instructions in GAINS Support and Training section below July 1, 2026: Application opens in GAINS September 15, 2026: Applications due by 4:00 PM in GAINS October 2026: Final award amounts announced July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027: grant performance period July 15, 2027: Last day to request funds September 30, 2027: FER due See Instructions, Training, and GAINS Support and Training Resources section FY25-26 State Grants to Libraries Allocation : Fast Fact from the Library Research Service (LRS) of where the 2025-2026 State Grants to Libraries were distributed, funding 313 grants to academic, public, school, and state-run institutional libraries across the state.
FY24-25 State Grants to Libraries Close Out Survey Results : In 2024-2025, $3 million was distributed to 316 public, school, academic, and institutional libraries. This Fast Fact from LRS shows how that money was used, some benefits of the funding, and how grantees said the funding helped them. For printer-friendly versions, email Melissa Carlson, carlson_m@cde.
state. co. us Funding Allocation Charts Instructions, Training, and GAINS Support 2026-2027 Projected Funding Allocation (PDF) Previous grant year recipients (one grant per main library jurisdiction or school district) and allocation amounts.
State Grants to Libraries application training for GAINS Slides on how to access GAINS and complete application (PDF) Webinar walk-thru of application process Visit the Application and Eligibility page for more information. Revising funding applications Instructions on how to request State Grants to Libraries funds in GAINS (Word) Fund request video recording See the Requesting Funds page for more information.
Final Expenditure Report (FER) instructions for State Grants to Libraries (PDF) See Reporting section of FAQs page for more information. Grants Administration Implementation and Navigation System (GAINS) Additional support for GAINS Application system questions: email GAINS@cde. state.
co. us Office Hours for the System: every Tuesday from 12:30 to 1:00 pm, hosted by CDE's GAINS team. Register for Office Hours Eligible Purchases Checklist - Wondering whether you can purchase an item with this funding?
Review this checklist of what are eligible purchases, and what are not. Databases, E-books, and other subscriptions - special Colorado Library Consortium (CLiC) pricing for vendors that offer online tools and other resources for research. Melissa Carlson , Program Manager carlson_m@cde.
state. co. us For assistance with GAINS: email GAINS@cde.
state. co. us Fiscal contact: Anissa El Bialy, el-bialy_a@cde.
state. co. us , Grants Fiscal Analyst, Grants Fiscal Management Unit Colorado Department of Education General Inquiries - Contact CDE
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible academic, public, and school libraries (one grant awarded per library jurisdiction, academic institution, or school district) in Colorado. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows approximately $3,000,000 total; individual awards anticipated to range from $140,000 to $160,000, capped at $280,000 for four years. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for State Grants to Libraries are due September 15, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
State Grants to Libraries is funded by Colorado State Library (CSL). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Colorado. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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