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Pennsylvania Library Action Grants for Community and Technology Initiatives

The Pennsylvania Department of Education, through its Office of Commonwealth Libraries, is offering Action Grants to support innovative library projects across the state. - Government Buyer: - Pennsylvania Department of Education - Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) - Bureau of Library Development - Funding Details: - Total grant pool: $250,000 - Up to $10,000 per project - Eligible applicants: public libraries, public library systems, district library centers, school libraries, academic libraries, and correctional institution libraries in Pennsylvania - Products/Services Requested: - Community-focused library services and outreach - Professional development for library staff, trustees, and volunteers - Planning studies to improve library services - Community-responsive collections and programming supplies - Accessibility upgrades and technology enhancements - Notable Requirements: - Projects must deliver lasting community benefits and strengthen library services - Applicants must submit an Intent to Apply form - Compliance with federal grant management policies and provision of organizational identifiers (AUN, UEI, FEIN, SAP Vendor Number) required - Adherence to written policies for cash management, procurement, conflict of interest, and travel - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a grant program for library-led initiatives rather than procurement of particular products or brands.

Description

The Pennsylvania Department of Education Office of Commonwealth Libraries is accepting applications for the 2026 Library Services and Technology Act Action Grants. These grants provide funding of up to $10,000 per project for high-impact initiatives that strengthen library services and create lasting community benefit. The grants support libraries in addressing pressing local needs, deepening partnerships, and building organizational capacity. Eligible projects include community-focused services, professional development, planning studies, outreach initiatives, accessibility upgrades, and technology enhancements. Applicants must submit an Intent to Apply form electronically by June 30, 2026, to be eligible.

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