The FY2027 Communities grant from Alabama Public Library Service funds Alabama library projects that boost community engagement, learning, and access to resources under the LSTA program.
Funder: Alabama Public Library Service (APLS)
Due Dates: September 18, 2026 (Application deadline: email and postmark)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per project (Strengthening Communities); no local match required for FY2027; project period is typically one year.
Summary: Supports Alabama public library projects that enhance community engagement and services under the LSTA Grant Program.
Key Information: Applications require both email and paper submission by deadline; incomplete or late applications will not be funded.
The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) offers the FY2027 Communities grant as part of its Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Grant Program. This competitive funding opportunity supports public library projects in Alabama that strengthen and enhance community engagement, promote awareness of community services, and help libraries serve as community activity and learning centers for all ages. Funded projects must align with the APLS Five-Year Plan and comply with federal and state LSTA requirements.