The Professional Development Grant - Hospital Libraries funds hospital librarians’ educational or research activities to boost expertise, offered by the Medical Library Association.
Funder: Medical Library Association
Due Dates: December 2, 2026 (full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Award size varies annually; typically covers costs for professional development or research activities for hospital/clinical librarians.
Summary: Supports hospital and clinical librarians in developing professional skills through funding for educational or research activities.
This grant, administered by the Medical Library Association (MLA), provides targeted funding to librarians working in hospital or clinical settings for educational or research activities that enhance their professional expertise. The program is designed to foster skill development in areas critical for lifelong learning and professional success, in alignment with MLA’s mission to advance health sciences librarianship. Funding can be used for activities such as attending courses, conferences, or undertaking research projects, with the overall goal of strengthening the capabilities and impact of hospital and clinical librarians in healthcare environments.