SLA Mini-Grant for Elementary & Secondary School Libraries
The Idaho Commission for Libraries' SLA Mini-Grant helps Idaho schools expand library book collections to boost student literacy and academic success.
Funder: Idaho Commission for Libraries
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per school; typical awards between $1,000–$5,000; no cost share required; one-year funding period.
Summary: Supports Idaho public schools in expanding library book collections to improve student literacy and academic achievement.
Key Information: Only schools that have not received this grant since 2023–24 are eligible to apply.
Description
The Idaho Commission for Libraries offers mini-grants to help publicly funded Idaho elementary and secondary schools enhance their library collections. The goal is to ensure students from preschool through high school have access to quality, age-appropriate books that foster literacy, academic success, and learning recovery, especially in the wake of the pandemic. The grant also provides professional development and additional resources to support effective library programming.
