Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant
The Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant funds innovative, library-led projects that foster community engagement and collaboration to address local issues.
Funder: American Library Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Two awards of $2,000 each; project period up to 1–2 years
Summary: Annual grant supporting innovative, library-led community engagement projects with a focus on collaboration and empowerment.
Key Information: Applicants must partner with at least one community organization and hold an ALA membership (institutional or individual).
Description
The Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant, administered by the American Library Association (ALA), recognizes and supports innovative and meaningful community engagement initiatives led by libraries in the United States and U.S. territories. Established in 2020, the program encourages libraries to collaborate with community members and local organizations to address pressing local issues and foster empowerment. Each year, the grant centers on a specific theme relevant to community needs.
Projects must be library-led, demonstrate significant community input and support, and involve at least one partner organization. Proposals should outline creative, sustained engagement programs or events and may include the development of educational or promotional materials. The grant aims to highlight and elevate models of community-driven library programming that can inspire the broader library field.
