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108 Literacy and Libraries Grants for Massachusetts

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Grants and In-Kind Donations to Rural and Small Libraries to Support Programming and Address L...

Deadline 02/18/25

Grants of up to $1,000 and in-kind donations to USA rural and small libraries to improve library collections, resources, and programming. Funding is intended to support community-based projects or current collections. Eligible applicants are those that serve population...

GrantWatch ID#: 199310

Award to a USA Library or Library System for Outstanding Service Within the Labor Community

Deadline 02/21/25

Award to a USA library to acknowledge outstanding efforts to engage the labor community and bring awareness to the contributions of the labor movement’s role in developing the nation. Qualifying initiatives include outreach projects targeting local labor unions; sign...

GrantWatch ID#: 174852

Grant to a USA Librarian for Travel Expenses to Attend a Professional Development Conference

Deadline 02/21/25

Grant to a USA librarian for travel expenses to attend a professional development conference. Funding is intended to assist qualifying librarians with obtaining the professional development, networking, and education needed that will enable them to best serve their lo...

GrantWatch ID#: 174853

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual for Extraordinary Contributions to Referen...

Deadline 02/21/25

Award of $5,000 to a USA, Canada, or International individual to recognize outstanding contributions to the field of reference librarianship. Eligible contributions may involve writing or publishing books or articles about the reference field; teaching activities that ...

GrantWatch ID#: 176026

Award to a USA Librarian, Educator, or Researcher for Contributions to Adult Library Services

Deadline 02/21/25

Award of $1,250 to a USA current or former librarian, educator, or researcher for extraordinary contributions to adult services at libraries. Contributions will be evaluated based on factors such as creativity and innovation, the impact on others, demonstrated leadersh...

GrantWatch ID#: 176050

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Library or Library System to Recognize the Developmen...

Deadline 02/21/25

Award of $1,500 to a USA, Canada, or international library or library system for the creation of a new reference tool to benefit patrons. The purpose of the award is to recognize the achievement of providing patrons with a unique and creative resource. Eligible resourc...

GrantWatch ID#: 192813

Fellowships to USA Poets to Undertake Impactful Civic Projects and Create New Work

Deadline 02/24/25

Fellowships of $50,000 to USA and territories poets to engage in impactful civic projects and the creation of new work. Selected fellows are official poet laureates with a history of published work who are recognized in their field. The program is intended to recognize...

GrantWatch ID#: 207004

Award to a Massachusetts Teacher for Outstanding Professionalism in ESL Education

Deadline 02/28/25

Award of $1,000 to a Massachusetts teacher for exceptional dedication to ESL education. The award is intended to recognize a commitment to English learners, including promoting teaching practices, educational policy, and civil rights at the school, institution, state, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 168825
NEW

Grants to Massachusetts Teachers for English Language Programs

Deadline 02/28/25

Grants of $500 to Massachusetts PreK-12, post-secondary, and adult education teachers for English-language learning programs. Funding is intended for innovative and creative projects that benefit students for whom English is their second language. Grants will support c...

GrantWatch ID#: 168826

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Programs that Address Food...

Deadline 02/28/25

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and libraries for food security programs in eligible regions. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting a proposal. The purpose of this program is to support food ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183037
Upcoming

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Journalists and Newsrooms to Recognize Outstanding Wo...

Deadline 02/28/25

Awards to USA, Canada, and International journalists and newsrooms to recognize outstanding work in data journalism. Entries may include but are not limited to the following topics: climate change or international conflicts. Awardees will receive a monetary prize, a ce...

GrantWatch ID#: 200429

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Librarian to Honor Outstanding Character in a Challen...

Deadline 03/01/25

Award of $10,000 to a USA, Canada, or International librarian to recognize extraordinary character in the face of a difficult situation. Nominees should demonstrate that they have dealt with challenges with honor and grace. In addition to a generous cash prize, the awa...

GrantWatch ID#: 166587

Grants to Massachusetts and Rhode Island Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Community Projects

Deadline 03/01/25

Grants to Massachusetts and Rhode Island nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for projects that address community needs. New applicants must fill out a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. Areas of interest include housing, economic devel...

GrantWatch ID#: 177149

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and Germany Journalists for Expenses Associated with Participation...

Deadline 03/01/25

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and Germany journalists for expenses associated with participation in an exchange program. Certain applicants must provide a letter of commitment from media outlets to publish their articles. The goal of the program is to increase awareness ...

GrantWatch ID#: 194576

Grants and Sponsorships to Massachusetts Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Programs to Benefit ...

Deadline 03/01/25

Grants and sponsorships to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for programs that benefit local residents. Funding is intended for projects and activities that fall within the Foundation's focus areas and enhance the quality of life for community mem...

GrantWatch ID#: 196579

Grants to USA and Canada Libraries to Develop Gaming Collections and Programs

Deadline 03/01/25

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA and Canada schools and public libraries to develop gaming collections and programs for their local communities. Eligible libraries will demonstrate financial need, institutional support, and a sustainable plan for maintaining the program. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 201442

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Graduate Students, Scholars, and Researchers to Offse...

Deadline 03/01/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International graduate students, scholars, and researchers to offset the cost of travel for research. Applicants should contact the funding source to ensure the eligibility of their research project prior to applying. Funding is intended to s...

GrantWatch ID#: 212986

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Libraries for Exceptional Public Relations Programs

Deadline 03/03/25

Awards to USA, Canada, and International libraries for exceptional public relations programs. Examples of eligible programs include summer reading programs, rebranding efforts, promoting unique archives, community partnerships, and awareness campaigns. In recognition o...

GrantWatch ID#: 161380

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and Eligible International Cities to Join a Network to Create Sus...

Deadline 03/03/25

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and eligible International cities to join a network to create sustainable cities. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to submitting an application. Eligible applications can focus on one or several of the following...

GrantWatch ID#: 217875
NEW

Awards of $10,000 to USA Libraries for Outstanding Marketing Programs

Deadline 03/03/25

Awards of $10,000 to USA libraries for outstanding marketing programs. Applicants should focus on a particular communications effort from the past year and illustrate the scope and effectiveness of the campaign. Communication programs can include promoting archives, c...

GrantWatch ID#: 219281

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Public Readings and Discussions R...

Deadline 03/07/25

Grants of up to $2,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and Tribal entities for public readings related to slavery and race relations. Funding is intended to support reading events with moderated discussions open to the general community. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 186911

Research Fellowship to a USA Graduate or Doctoral Student to Study Mississippi's Religious His...

Deadline 03/07/25

Research Fellowship to a USA graduate or doctoral student to study Mississippi's religious history. The student will have access to the state archives for their research. Included in the fellowship package is a stipend to cover housing, travel, and other expenses; the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218716
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Economic Literacy Projects

Deadline 03/10/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for projects addressing financial education. Funding is intended to support projects and programs that enhance the teaching of economics and personal finance in a variety of venues that include, but are not limited to, schools, col...

GrantWatch ID#: 173515

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, and Tribes for Arts Activities and Events

Deadline 03/11/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and tribal entities for arts initiatives and events. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Eligible disciplines include film and media arts, folk and trad...

GrantWatch ID#: 189889
NEW

Fellowships to USA Published Writers for Career Advancement in Prose Writing

Deadline 03/12/25

Fellowships of $50,000 to USA published writers demonstrating artistic excellence to dedicate time to creative literary pursuits and professional advancement. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations ahead of the application deadline. For the current c...

GrantWatch ID#: 178745

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Tribes, Agencies, and Schools to Serve People Living with Paralysis

Deadline 03/14/25 Conference Date: 02/20/25

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, tribes, municipal and state governments, school districts, and other institutions for programs to serve people living with paralysis. Grants are available for a wide range of programs and projects that have a posit...

GrantWatch ID#: 174047

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Institutions for Language Preservatio...

Deadline 03/14/25

Grants of up to $4,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals and institutions for activities to preserve languages. Funding may be used for travel, equipment, consultations, and other project-related costs. Requests may be submitted for language documentation a...

GrantWatch ID#: 180305
NEW

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Perpetuate the Legacy of M...

Deadline 03/14/25

Grants and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations, agencies, and IHEs to perpetuate the legacy of twentieth-century Black architects. Eligible uses of funding include planning, capital improvements, and indirect costs. Grantees will also receive technical assis...

GrantWatch ID#: 205780
NEW

Grants to USA Community Organizations, Libraries, and Museums for Storytelling Programs for In...

Deadline 03/15/25

Grants of $500 to USA and territories community organizations, libraries, and museums serving families and children for storytelling programs. Funding is intended for programs that explore and celebrate Asian/Pacific American and American Indian and Alaska Native commu...

GrantWatch ID#: 173301
NEW

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Research Related to US Politics

Deadline 03/15/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals for political research at the funding source's facility in Michigan. Funding is intended to offset the cost of travel within North America and living expenses while conducting research. Eligible research addresses to...

GrantWatch ID#: 216276

In-Kind Donations to USA Organizations to Enhance Adult Literacy Programs

Deadline 03/17/25

In-kind donations of books, resources, and instructional materials to USA organizations to enhance adult literacy programs. Funding is intended to support services and programming in the areas of adult literacy and adult basic education. Eligible organizations include ...

GrantWatch ID#: 159125

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Community Leaders for Capital Projects to Revitalize Public Commu...

Deadline 03/31/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA community leaders, elected officials, and tribal leaders for capital projects to revitalize public community spaces in rural areas. The purpose of the program is to create and restore communal spaces that foster personal connections. Proj...

GrantWatch ID#: 197389

Grant to a USA Doctoral Student to Complete a Dissertation on US Politics or Public Policy

Deadline 03/31/25

Grant of $5,000 to a USA doctoral student to assist with research necessary to complete a dissertation in US politics or public policy. Funding is intended for research to be conducted at the funding source's facility in Michigan. Eligible research fields include histo...

GrantWatch ID#: 216277
NEW

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits to Benefit Underserved Residents Eligible Areas

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants of up to $15,000 to Massachusetts nonprofits to benefit moderate-income communities and vulnerable populations in eligible locations. Funding is intended for services and programs in education, public health and welfare, the arts, community development, and capa...

GrantWatch ID#: 161656

Grants to USA Tribes to Improve Library Programs and Services

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants to USA federally recognized Indian tribes to improve library services in Native communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for digital services, educational programs, and the preservati...

GrantWatch ID#: 165538
NEW

In-Kind Grants of New Children's Books to USA Public and Tribal Libraries in Rural Areas

Deadline 04/01/25

In-kind grants of new children's books to USA public and tribal libraries in rural areas. The purpose of the project is to increase access to quality children's books. Recipients will be able to choose the most appropriate books for their community from a list of over ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178554
NEW

Grants to USA and Canada PreK-12 Teachers for Book Purchases to Enhance Classroom Libraries

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants of $500 and grants of $6,000 to USA and Canada PreK-12 teachers and student teachers for book purchases to enhance their classroom libraries. Grantees will choose books based on the specific needs of their students. Funding is intended for applicants dedicated t...

GrantWatch ID#: 194170

Grants to USA Professional Writers for Critical Financial Support During Times of Crisis

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants to USA professional writers for critical financial support during times of economic difficulty. Funding is intended to assist journalists, poets, authors, translators, screenwriters, and playwrights who can demonstrate how the funds will help them address a shor...

GrantWatch ID#: 198123

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs Focused on Education, Religion, Human Services, and Crue...

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for community programs that benefit local residents. Funding is intended for religious, literary, scientific, or educational purposes and to prevent cruelty to animals. Priority will be shown to charitable organiza...

GrantWatch ID#: 199289
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Support the Provision of Literacy Services for Students

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants of up to $6,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to support the provision of literacy services for students. Funding is intended for general operations, including but not limited to equipment, supplies, salaries, space rental, technology, teacher stipends, and mor...

GrantWatch ID#: 199955
NEW

In-kind Donation to USA Health Information Programs in Multiple States to Support Citizen Scie...

Deadline 04/01/25

In-kind donations to USA health information programs in multiple states to support science research by citizens on biodiversity. The focus of these donations is programs in under-resourced communities. The donation consists of a Science Kit which includes binoculars, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 217678

In-Kind Grants for Research on Monitoring Air Quality to USA Health Information Programs in Mu...

Deadline 04/01/25

In-kind donations to USA health information programs in multiple states to support science research by citizens on monitoring air quality. The focus of these donations is programs in under-resourced communities. The donation consists of a Science Kit. This program aims...

GrantWatch ID#: 217679

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Literary Publishers, Theater Organizations, and Theat...

Deadline 04/02/25

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International literary publishers, theater organizations, and companies for the translation of Canadian dramatic or literary works. Applicants must be registered in the online portal a minimum of thirty days before applying. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177981
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Libraries, and Schools for Student Literacy Programs

Deadline 04/03/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, public libraries, and K-12 schools in multiple states for programs that focus on student literacy. Funding is intended for organizations that provide literacy programs that target students who are below grade level readers. Eligib...

GrantWatch ID#: 180349
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Educational Institutions to Support Japanese Language Education P...

Deadline 04/10/25

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to establish, expand, or maintain Japanese language education programs. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to cover expenditur...

GrantWatch ID#: 144103

In-Kind Grants of Books to USA, Canada, and International Agencies and Institutions to Enrich ...

Deadline 04/15/25

In-kind donations of books to USA, Canada, and International youth-serving agencies and institutions to encourage reading among children and youth. The program is intended to provide books produced by African American authors and illustrators to build organizational li...

GrantWatch ID#: 149418

Grants to USA Historians, Writers, Researchers, and Graduate Students for Research Related to ...

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants of $1,500 to USA historians, writers, independent researchers, and graduate students for historical research projects related to Iowa or Iowa and the Midwest. Priority consideration will be given to proposals offering new approaches or interpretations of previou...

GrantWatch ID#: 182956
NEW

Grants to USA, Canada, and UK Nonfiction Writers to Complete Works in Progress

Deadline 04/23/25 Conference Date: 03/06/25

Grants of $40,000 to USA, Canada, and UK nonfiction writers to complete works already in progress. Topics include, but are not limited to philosophy, graphic nonfiction, memoir, biography, history, food or travel writing, the sciences, personal essays, criticism, and c...

GrantWatch ID#: 195186

Grants to USA Journalists for Expenses Associated with Groundbreaking Reporting

Deadline 04/28/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA journalists to cover costs incurred while researching and writing groundbreaking stories. Prior to submitting an application, applicants must obtain a commitment letter for publication of the proposed story in a U.S. media outlet. Funding...

GrantWatch ID#: 178022
NEW

Awards to USA K-12 Teachers for Excellence in History Education

Deadline 04/30/25

Awards of $1,000 and one award of $10,000 to honor USA and territories K-12 history teachers for excellence in the field. Nominations are welcome on behalf of educators who demonstrate commitment, leadership, and creativity, as well as effective use of sources. Award c...

GrantWatch ID#: 150599
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