FY2027 Technology
The FY2027 Technology grant from APLS funds Alabama public libraries to improve technology infrastructure, digital access, and tech-based services for their communities.
Funder: Alabama Public Library Service (APLS)
Due Dates: September 18, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 (individual libraries); up to $150,000 (library systems); up to $20,000 (small library development); no local match required for FY2027.
Summary: Supports Alabama public libraries in advancing technology initiatives, digital infrastructure, and access to information technology resources.
Key Information: Application requires both email and mailed paper submission by the deadline; incomplete applications or missing signatures will not be funded.
Description
The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) FY2027 Technology grant, funded through the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA), provides competitive funding for Alabama public libraries to implement technology-focused projects. The program aims to help libraries update or expand technological infrastructure, improve digital access, and offer technology-driven services to their communities. Projects must align with the APLS LSTA Five-Year Plan and follow all LSTA rules, state policies, and federal guidance.
