Penguin Random House Young Readers Group Award
This grant recognizes and supports early-career children's librarians for innovative leadership and contributions to library services by funding their attendance at their first ALA Annual Conference.
Funder: American Library Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $1,200 stipend; up to two awards annually; supports attendance at first ALA Annual Conference.
Summary: Recognizes early-career children's librarians for innovative work and leadership in elementary, middle school, or public library settings.
Key Information: Applicants must be personal members of both ALSC and ALA; organizational members are not eligible.
Description
The award, administered by the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) and sponsored by Penguin Young Readers Group, honors early-career children's librarians who have demonstrated leadership, creativity, and innovative contributions to library services for children in elementary, middle schools, or public libraries. Established in 2005, the program provides a stipend to support attendance at an ALA Annual Conference, fostering professional growth and recognizing emerging leaders in the field.
