Conference Travel Award
The Conference Travel Award from SCELC supports librarians' in-person attendance at library-related conferences to foster professional development and knowledge sharing.
Funder: Statewide California Electronic Library Consortium
Due Dates: September 11, 2026: 2026 Fall Conference Travel Award application deadline
Funding Amounts: Reimbursement for eligible conference expenses (registration, travel, lodging, meals) within federal or institutional rates; number and amount of awards vary by budget.
Summary: Supports librarians and staff at SCELC member institutions to attend in-person, library-related conferences by reimbursing core travel and registration costs.
Key Information: Early-career staff and applicants from institutions with smaller library budgets are especially encouraged to apply.
Description
The Conference Travel Award, offered by the Statewide California Electronic Library Consortium (SCELC), provides funding to librarians and staff at SCELC member institutions for in-person conference attendance. The award reimburses eligible expenses such as registration fees, lodging, transportation, and meals, aiming to foster professional growth, skills development, and institutional impact. The program particularly encourages early-career staff and those from institutions with smaller library budgets to apply, helping to strengthen the broader SCELC community through increased engagement and professional development.
