Discover grants that support literacy programs, library services, and reading initiatives. Funding promotes early childhood literacy, adult and youth literacy, digital and financial literacy education, in-kind book donations, and projects that promote access to works of literature.
Grants of $10,000 and grants of $20,000 and in-kind support to USA and territories libraries in rural areas for community engagement projects and resources. In-kind support includes professional development, project and technical support, and online resources for libra...
Fellowships to USA early-career reporters and editors of color to support their careers in journalism. The program is available to participants with less than seven years of experience in their field. Participants will receive individualized mentorship and attend virtu...
Awards to USA and territories K-12 school, university, college, and public librarians to recognize outstanding professional accomplishments. A ceremony will be held in honor of the successful nominees and each will receive a cash award. Previous awardees have displayed...
Grants of up to $8,000 to USA, Canada, and International scholars to support the publication of humanities-related literature. Funding is intended to subsidize books on pre-1700s European civilization, in the areas of Italian or French literature, cultural studies, the...
Grants to USA literary arts nonprofit organizations to support their operations, activities, and administration. Funding is intended to strengthen literary arts nonprofits so that they can continue to support literary culture and creative writers throughout the nation.
Grant of $3,000 to a USA library for outreach efforts addressing underserved populations in the community. Funding is intended for projects that engage underserved children, from birth to age 14. Applications will be considered for new and innovative programs, or for t...
Grants to USA school libraries for books and other reading materials. Funding is intended to encourage students from underserved schools to develop an interest in learning and reading. Eligible expenses include books and electronic books, periodicals, reference materia...
Grants of up to $50,000 to USA community leaders, elected officials, and tribal leaders for capital projects to revitalize public community spaces in rural areas. The purpose of the program is to create and restore communal spaces that foster personal connections. Proj...
Grants of up to $6,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to support the provision of literacy services for students. Funding is intended for general operations, including but not limited to equipment, supplies, salaries, space rental, technology, teacher stipends, and mor...
Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International professional and fledgling journalists to perfect their skills in writing about artificial intelligence. During the course of the year-long fellowship, fellows will receive mentorship and feedback and will attend lectures w...
Fellowships of $5,000 to USA high school teachers to pursue writing projects. Applications are welcome from current teachers of grades 9-12 who consider themselves creative writers. Funding is intended to support the writing of new works in progress. The goal of the pr...
Awards to USA, Canada, and International journalists and newsrooms to recognize outstanding work in data journalism. Entries may include, but are not limited to the following topics: climate change or international conflicts. Awardees will receive a monetary prize, a c...
Grants and in-kind donations to USA, Canada, and International schools, IHEs, libraries, and librarians to initiate or expand graphic novel services and programs. The purpose of these grants is to increase public awareness of graphic literature, art, and comics. Applic...
Awards to USA, Canada, and International journalists and student journalists to recognize exceptional reporting on disabilities. Entries can be presented digitally, broadcasted, or printed. Eligible applicants include professional journalists as well as college student...
Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $10,000 and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, school districts, libraries, and military organizations for programs to educate students about autism. Funding is intended for activities designed for K-12 s...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International doctoral students, faculty, recent doctorates, and scholars to provide access to rare research materials. Funding is intended for travel, transportation, and residential costs associated with conducting research. The purpose of ...
Fellowships of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International scholars and artists pursuing research to conduct studies using the funding source's digital resource library. The purpose of the opportunity is to allow researchers to set aside designated research time wit...
Award to a USA librarian to recognize outstanding contributions to the fields of information literacy and library instruction. Nominations should be based on formal or informal research on the topic, the creation of new programs or services, and impactful participation...
Award to a USA library to acknowledge contributions to the development and augmentation of information literacy instruction. The award is available to every type of library. Preference will be given to low-cost creative and practical programs, rather than scholarships,...
Fellowship of $2,000 to a USA Native American writer to create and present new work. The fellowship is intended to assist writers at all stages of their careers. Eligible applicants produce work in one of the following genres: fiction, nonfiction, poetry, drama, screen...
Fellowships of $2,000 to USA, Canada, and International graduate students and senior scholars to pursue studies that require the use of the collections at an institution in Greece. The stipend may be used to cover board, housing, travel expenses, and residence permits....
Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Ph.D. students to conduct research projects at a library in Greece. The fellow will receive a stipend, room and board, and a waiver for fees associated with the host institution. The library's extensive collection is a comp...
Fellowships to USA and Canada Ph.D. students and scholars to conduct research related to Greek history and culture at a library in Greece. Fellows will engage in full-time research and participate in the academic life at the host institution. Funding is intended to sup...
Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International researchers and career musicians for research studies related to music in the Mediterranean region. Studies will take place at an institution in Greece. In addition to a stipend, fellows will receive full room and board as ...
Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Ph.D. students to conduct research on Orthodox Christian studies at the host institution's extensive library. In addition to a stipend, fellows will receive full room and board and have access to the library's rare books, r...
Awards to USA undergraduate students at accredited four-year IHEs for excellence in essay writing on the theme of ethics. Applicants may submit an essay on a wide range of topics, as long as it explores a relevant ethical problem, question, or issue. Evaluations will b...
Grants of $500, grants of $1,000, and in-kind donations to USA and territories rural and small libraries to improve library collections, resources, and programming. Funding is intended to support community-based projects or current collections. Eligible applicants are ...
Grants of up to $10,000 to USA journalists to cover costs incurred while researching and writing groundbreaking stories. Prior to submitting an application, applicants must obtain a commitment letter for publication of the proposed story in a U.S. media outlet. Funding...
Grants of up to $20,000 and in-kind support to USA and territories nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, IHEs, school districts, libraries, and museums for community programs to promote reading. Applicants must submit an intent ...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations, communities, and individuals for projects related to ancient literature, language, and history. Funding is intended to support programs, events, and projects that involve community residents in discussions on topi...
Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit educational institutions and organizations for Japanese-language educational programs on a national, state, or regional level. Priority is given to projects that benefit as many Japanese language teachers, programs, and learners ...
Awards to USA and Canada organizations, businesses, groups, and individuals in recognition of an exceptional project that contributed to the public’s understanding and appreciation of history. Consideration will be given to activities such as media projects, exhibits...
Grants of $5,000 to USA individuals to conduct historical research at select institutions. Funding is intended to support the use of archival and library collections housed by participating cultural and research institutions. Eligible applicants include, but are not li...
Grants of $2,500 to USA and territories libraries for meaningful programs that benefit the public. Funding is intended to support libraries with little access to budget assistance. Proposed programs may be virtual, hybrid, or virtual. Eligible uses of funding include, ...
Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for activities that perpetuate the art of poetry in American culture and expand awareness of the positive effects of poetry on society. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full applicati...
Award to a USA translator to recognize excellence in the translation of poetry. The award recipient will be honored for the outstanding translation into English of a poetry collection written in any language. The translated work must be no less than 48 pages and must h...
Awards to USA, Virgin Islands, and Canada eighth-grade students to recognize exceptional pieces of writing. Submissions may be made in any genre of writing. The purpose of the program is to recognize the talents of young writers and to emphasize the significance of wri...
Grants of up to $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International cultural organizations, museums, archives, historic houses, and libraries for activities to advance awareness of collections conservation. Funding is intended for programs and projects that assist underresourced ...
Grants to Oklahoma nonprofit organizations and Colorado nonprofits and government agencies to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. In Oklahoma, funding is intended for programs in the areas of human services, education, community and civic ...
Award to a USA library to acknowledge outstanding efforts to engage the labor community and bring awareness to the contributions of the labor movement’s role in developing the nation. Qualifying initiatives include outreach projects targeting local labor unions; sign...
Grant to a USA librarian for travel expenses to attend a professional development conference. Funding is intended to assist qualifying librarians with obtaining the professional development, networking, and education needed that will enable them to best serve their lo...
Award of $3,500 to a USA library organization to recognize achievements in the area of professional development. The award honors an institution that offers a workforce development program designed to enhance staff abilities and increase effectiveness in reaching objec...
Award of $10,000 to a USA, Canada, or International librarian to recognize extraordinary character in the face of a difficult situation. Nominees should demonstrate that they have dealt with challenges with honor and grace. In addition to a generous cash prize, the awa...
Grants to Arkansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Kansas nonprofit organizations for activities that benefit local communities. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to support charitable, educational, ...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International graduate students, scholars, and researchers to offset the cost of travel for research. Applicants should contact the funding source to ensure the eligibility of their research project prior to applying. Funding is intended to s...
Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International PhDs, scholars, and graduate students to use the funding source's resources for research on a variety of topics. Funding is intended for research in areas including the history of New England, the environment and the econom...
Grants to USA staff at small and rural libraries to improve their health knowledge to better serve their patrons. Funding is intended for professional development opportunities to help library staff expand their knowledge in areas including available health and mental ...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects addressing financial education. Funding is intended to support projects and programs that enhance the teaching of economics and personal finance in a variety of venues that include, but are not limited to, schools, col...
Grants of $800 to USA and territories community organizations, libraries, and museums serving families and children for storytelling programs. Funding is intended for programs that explore and celebrate Asian/Pacific American and American Indian and Alaska Native commu...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals for political research at the funding source's facility in Michigan. Funding is intended to offset the cost of travel within North America and living expenses while conducting research. Eligible research addresses to...