Penguin Random House Young Readers Group Award
The Penguin Random House Young Readers Group Award honors innovative early-career children's librarians with support from the American Library Association for professional development.
Funder: American Library Association
Due Dates: November 15, 2026: Application and Supervisor's Supporting Statement deadline
Funding Amounts: $1,200 stipend per awardee; up to two recipients annually; supports attendance at first ALA Annual Conference
Summary: Recognizes early-career children's librarians for innovative library service, providing funding to attend their first ALA Annual Conference.
Key Information: Applicants must be personal members of both ALSC and ALA and have 1–10 years' experience as a children's librarian.
Description
This award, administered by the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) and funded by the Penguin Young Readers Group and Random House Children's Books, honors early-career children's librarians who have demonstrated creativity, innovation, and dedication in serving young readers in public or school libraries. The award provides recipients with a stipend to attend their first in-person American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference, supporting professional development and encouraging continued excellence in children's librarianship.
