Finding Library Grants

Finding Library Grants

I worked in libraries and archives for 10 years, and during that time had the opportunity to be part of numerous grant projects. The work I was able to accomplish with the help of grants was some of the most rewarding work I did during those 10 years. Despite the enjoyment, the process of finding and writing grants did not come easily. I spent a lot of time researching and even more time writing. This is the first post in a series about library grants, and in this post, I want to focus on where to search for grants. 

These sites include many different library grants:

• Institute of Museum and Library Services

• American Library Association

• American Association of School Librarians

• Grants.gov (search for library) 

• Demco Grant Search

• GrantWatch (search for libraries)

Specific companies/organizations that provide grants to libraries include:

• Dollar General Adult Literacy Grants

• ALSC/Candlewick Press "Light the Way" Grant

• Doris Ann Norris—We Love Libraries Grant

• Ezra Jack Keats Foundation

• Jan Stauber-Sherlock Holmes Literacy Grant

I also suggest researching local foundations in your area. 

Reach out to PKS Grant Management and Accounting Solutions, LLC for additional ideas on locating library grants.