Minde Browning Professional Development Fund Grants
This grant funds professional development for Marion County library staff to enhance their skills and improve library services through activities like conferences, workshops, and relevant coursework.
Funder: Central Indiana Community Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (apply at least 60 days before activity)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,500 per individual per year; one grant per person annually.
Summary: Supports professional development activities for staff at eligible Marion County libraries to enhance skills and benefit library services.
Key Information: Applications are reviewed first-come, first-served; prior-year grantees must submit a report to be eligible again.
Description
The Minde Browning Professional Development Fund Grants are designed to support staff in eligible Marion County libraries by funding professional development activities that enhance their skills and knowledge. Established in 1999 to honor Minde Glenn Browning, these grants aim to improve library services and benefit both library patrons and the broader community by enabling staff to participate in conferences, workshops, coursework, and leadership development opportunities. Funding can be used for registration, materials, travel, and lodging related to professional development relevant to library work.
