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The 2026 application cycle is closed; notifications were to be made by April 15, 2026. Next cycle opening date not listed.
The National Book Fund Grant is sponsored by National Book Fund (NBF). The National Book Fund (NBF) offers grants to support adult education and literacy programs across the U. S.
by providing New Readers Press materials. While primarily for adult literacy, some programs may involve intergenerational approaches that include children's literacy.
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National Book Fund - ProLiteracy Literacy Opportunity Fund Access funding for print educational materials through New Readers Press . Grants provided through our National Book Fund assist literacy and basic education programs like yours by providing quality print materials through New Readers Press to enable you to better serve the students in your program .
Since 1995, the National Book Fund has supported programs with instructional materials for basic literacy, adult education, English language instruction, high school equivalency , and citizenship test preparation . What you need to know to apply. National Book Fund grants are awarded annually in the spring.
The 2026 application period has closed . To be eligible for a National Book Fund grant, your organization must : Clearly define a specific need that the materials will address . I ntend to use the National Book Fund materials directly with adult students and/or with literacy staff, tutors, instructors, or volunteers .
N ot have received a National Book Fund grant in the last two years S ubmit a complete and detailed application . (Incomplete applicatio n s will not be reviewed. ) Applications for the 2026 grant cycle are closed.
Make a gift today to help provide programs with high-quality print materials from New Readers Press. When will we find out if our application is approved? Notifications will be made by April 15, 2026.
Can I use National Book Fund award materials for book giveaways, a lending library, or resource center? No. The National Book Fund is intended for programs with an adult basic education focus and not for book distribution or lending . Can I use National Book Fund materials for an elementary, middle, or high school classroom?
No. National Book Fund m aterials can only be used in adult basic education programs. What types of educational materials are available? National Book Fund awards provide print materials exclusively through ProLiteracy New Readers Press.
These high-quality instructional materials are developed and written specifically to meet the needs of adult literacy students and tutors. The National Book Fund awards may not be used with any other publisher. National Book Fund awards do not include print-on-demand and d igital resources .
For funding support for digital instructional resources, see our Mobile Learning Fund . How much are individual grants? National Book Fund awards range from $ 250 to $2,000 .
If you r program need is different, please contact our g rants manager at [email protected] to discuss. Can I apply for more than one type of ProLiteracy grant? Yes!
If eligible, your organization may apply to one or more of our three grant opportunities. Each of our funds —Literacy Opportunity Fund, National Book Fund, and Mobile Learning Fund—has a separate application with different requirements and deadlines . S ign up for our monthly newsletter to get updates on all gra nt opportunities .
If you have more questions, please contact our grants manager at [email protected] .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations providing free literacy instruction. Eligible applicants must have a defined project and use materials directly with learners. Individuals and lending libraries are not eligible. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $500 to $2,000 (with applications considered for higher amounts if justified). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The National Book Fund Grant is funded by National Book Fund (NBF). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.