Literacy Supports at the Library
Literacy Supports at the Library supports Massachusetts libraries with circulating literacy resources and staff development focused on one type of literacy to strengthen library collections and services.
Funder: Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners
Due Dates: November 16, 2026 (Applications open) | December 17, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 per award; project period ends September 30, 2027
Summary: Supports Massachusetts libraries with circulating literacy materials and staff development focused on one type of literacy.
Key Information: Funding cannot support programming, and materials cannot be given away.
Description
Literacy Supports at the Library is an Explore Grant from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC). It funds library resources and staff learning opportunities focused on one type of literacy. Eligible resources include books, e-books, audiobooks, videos, magazines, online training, and databases. Staff professional development, continuing education, and materials used for instruction are also allowable.
Explore grants support foundational steps toward improving library services, collections, and programs. Grant opportunities respond to current needs affecting Massachusetts libraries and their communities, aligned with MBLC’s Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) long-range plan. This opportunity focuses specifically on literacy resources and staff development rather than programming.
