Idaho Lottery Bucks for Books Award Program
The Idaho Lottery Bucks for Books Award Program funds Idaho elementary school libraries to purchase quality, age-appropriate books that support student literacy and academic achievement.
Funder: Idaho Commission for Libraries
Due Dates: September 30, 2025 | October 15, 2025 | September 24, 2026
Funding Amounts: $1,000–$3,000 per award (in $1,000 increments); total pool typically $50,000–$71,000 annually
Summary: Supports Idaho elementary school libraries in purchasing high-quality, age-appropriate books to foster student literacy.
Key Information: Only Idaho publicly funded elementary schools with libraries that have not previously received this award may apply.
Description
The Idaho Commission for Libraries, in partnership with the Idaho Lottery Commission, offers this competitive grant to address underfunding in Idaho’s elementary school libraries by providing resources for the purchase of quality, age-appropriate books. The program aims to increase students’ access to diverse reading materials, thereby supporting literacy development and academic achievement among K–6 students across Idaho. The initiative is guided by research and statewide literacy recommendations, ensuring that libraries can expand their collections to better meet student needs.
