Group Training Activity
Funds group training for Idaho library staff or trustees to enhance skills and knowledge, supporting collaborative professional development and improved library services.
Funder: Idaho Commission for Libraries
Due Dates: July 1, 2025 (application open) | June 30, 2026 (application close; submit at least 30 days before event) | July 1, 2026 (application open) | June 30, 2027 (application close; submit at least 30 days before event)
Funding Amounts: $500–$5,000 per award; one award per state fiscal year; 25% local match required.
Summary: Supports Idaho libraries in providing group training for staff or trustees, fostering collaborative professional development.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the training event.
Description
This grant funds group training activities for Idaho library staff or trustees, enabling libraries or consortia to bring in trainers or send multiple participants to a conference or training event. The goal is to foster collaborative professional development and enhance the skills and knowledge of library teams, ultimately improving library services for Idaho communities. Eligible group trainings may include onsite workshops, external conferences, or specialized training sessions, with the intention of building capacity across several staff members or even multiple libraries.
