Improving Access to Information Grant Program (medium grants)
Forecasted
The Library of Michigan's Improving Access to Information Grant Program funds innovative library projects that boost literacy, digital access, and local history preservation in Michigan communities.
Funder: Library of Michigan
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $5,000–$25,000 per award; one-year projects; total pool varies by year
Summary: Supports Michigan libraries in expanding access to information, literacy, digital resources, and local history through competitive, innovative one-year projects.
Key Information: Application webinars are required; funds are distributed as reimbursement only; eligibility limited to Michigan public/academic libraries and cooperatives.
Description
The Improving Access to Information Grant Program (medium grants) is a competitive annual grant offered by the Library of Michigan, funded through the federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). The program aims to help Michigan public and academic libraries, as well as library cooperatives, expand their capacity to provide access to collections, improve literacy, increase digital inclusion, and engage communities in preserving local history and special collections. Projects must be one year in duration and demonstrate a direct impact on community members, especially underserved populations, through innovative approaches to information access.
