Construction Grants
Forecasted
Construction Grants support Tennessee public libraries with new buildings, significant expansions, and extensive renovations to improve public access to library facilities and their collections.
Funder: Tennessee State Library & Archives
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $20,000–$200,000, capped at 50% of the project budget; typically five years
Summary: Supports new construction, additions, and extensive renovations to Tennessee public library facilities.
Key Information: Project funds equal to the award must be spent before grant funds become available.
Description
The Tennessee State Library & Archives, through the Office of the Tennessee Secretary of State, awards competitive, state-funded construction grants to advance public library services through investment in library facilities. Funding supports new buildings, significant expansions, and extensive renovations that improve public access to libraries and their collections.
Primary consideration goes to new construction and significant expansions. Renovations are considered when funds are available and must improve accessibility of the library and its collections to the public. Applications demonstrating substantial local support receive priority. Cities, counties, and library boards typically apply for funds on behalf of public libraries meeting the regional system’s inclusion guidelines.
