Funding Opportunities

The ALA COVID Library Relief Fund will assist public, school, academic, and tribal libraries across the United States and US Territories that are experiencing substantial economic hardship due to the coronavirus pandemic, which has impacted their ability to serve their community, especially traditionally underserved populations.

The deadline for applicant submissions is May 20, 2021. Grants will be announced on June 23, 2021.
The Fund has 1.25 million dollars and will provide grants between $30,000 and $50,0000 to libraries/library systems/districts that have seen a substantial reduction in funding that impacts their ability to provide essential services to underserved populations in low to moderate income groups.

The ALA COVID Library Relief Fund is generously supported by Acton Family Giving as part of its pandemic responsive grant making. Initial seed funding was provided by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation as part of its efforts to bolster educational and cultural organizations devastated by the economic fallout out from COVID-19.

Details about the grant, including a recording of the ALA COVID Library Relief Fund Information Session webinar is available at http://www.ala.org/aboutala/ala-covid-library-relief-fund.

Zoom's Grants Assistance Team Helps with Information on RUS Funding

Having a difficult time understanding the last COVID-19 relief funding? Let Zoom’s dedicated Grants Assistance Team review the current funding and how this funding can be used. The American Rescue Fund allocates 200 million for libraries through the Institute of Museum and Library Services, an independent federal agency that provides grants to libraries and museums.

With the initiation of the American Rescue Plan and the fast-approaching deadline for RUS funding, Zoom would like to discuss the latest package information, highlight specific use cases and technology that are a good fit under the priorities of this funding, and talk specifically about these applications from a COVID-19 response perspective and the benefits they offer beyond the pandemic.

You’ll takeaway:
- The latest information regarding COVID-19 relief funding, RUS (Rural Utilities Service Distance Learning & Telemedicine Grant) and other relevant funding opportunities.
- Specific use cases and technologies that are a good fit for agencies under the priorities of this funding
- Lessons learned from CARES and pointers on how to ensure your purchases are eligible via stimulus funding.

Here is Distance Learning Grant Program. Please contact Dustin Coleman if you are interested.

Ohio Preservation Council (OPC) is pleased to announce its 2021 Mini Grant!

Are you looking to join a professional organization such as the American Institute for Conservation or the Society of American Archivists? Have you been eyeing one of the many professional development webinars or conferences to build your skillset being offered but it is not in your budget?

Well then, apply for one of the OPC mini-grants and take your profession to the next level.

OPC has updated the grant procedures and awards to reflect the current emphasis on remote learning and virtual conferences.

In 2020 the Ohio Preservation Council began to offer four awards of up to $250 each in support of continuing education and professional organization memberships for Ohio Students and Professionals with an interest in preserving our cultural heritage.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis in March, May, September and November. Applications are due the first Mondays in March, May, September and November with applicants notified after the 3rd Thursday of the month.

The Ohio Preservation Council serves as a coalition of preservationists, conservators, librarians, archivists, curators, records managers, the institutions they represent, and other concerned citizens who recognize the serious threat to documentary heritage. The Council’s mission is to provide a network for preservation education and to support preservation activities within the state of Ohio. The Council believes in cooperative, state-wide efforts across geographic and professional lines are needed to meet preservation challenges.
The Ohio Preservation Council recognizes the value of professional meetings, conferences, and other educational opportunities to advance the field of preservation and provide a forum to voice the need for ongoing stewardship of our documentary heritage. When possible, the OPC shall provide financial support to individuals to develop skills, expand knowledge, and gain experience relevant to the mission and goals of the Ohio Preservation Council.

Individuals requesting financial support must meet the following criteria:
• Working in the state of Ohio OR pursuing an advanced degree or certificate in the state of Ohio;
• Working directly in the field of preservation (as described above) OR pursuing a degree or certificate within the field;
• Request is for professional development that clearly relates to preservation issues and/or preservation skills;
• Have not received financial support from the OPC Grant within 3 calendar years.
For more information on how to apply visit: http://ohiopreservationcouncil.org/Grants


Funding Opportunities The ALA COVID Library Relief Fund will assist public, school, academic, and tribal libraries across the United States and US Territories that are experiencing substantial economic hardship due to the coronavirus pandemic, which has impacted their ability to serve their community, especially traditionally underserved populations. The deadline for applicant submissions is May 20, 2021. Grants will be announced on June 23, 2021. The Fund has 1.25 million dollars and will provide grants between $30,000 and $50,0000 to libraries/library systems/districts that have seen a substantial reduction in funding that impacts their ability to provide essential services to underserved populations in low to moderate income groups. The ALA COVID Library Relief Fund is generously supported by Acton Family Giving as part of its pandemic responsive grant making. Initial seed funding was provided by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation as part of its efforts to bolster educational and cultural organizations devastated by the economic fallout out from COVID-19. Details about the grant, including a recording of the ALA COVID Library Relief Fund Information Session webinar is available at http://www.ala.org/aboutala/ala-covid-library-relief-fund. Zoom's Grants Assistance Team Helps with Information on RUS Funding Having a difficult time understanding the last COVID-19 relief funding? Let Zoom’s dedicated Grants Assistance Team review the current funding and how this funding can be used. The American Rescue Fund allocates 200 million for libraries through the Institute of Museum and Library Services, an independent federal agency that provides grants to libraries and museums. With the initiation of the American Rescue Plan and the fast-approaching deadline for RUS funding, Zoom would like to discuss the latest package information, highlight specific use cases and technology that are a good fit under the priorities of this funding, and talk specifically about these applications from a COVID-19 response perspective and the benefits they offer beyond the pandemic. You’ll takeaway: - The latest information regarding COVID-19 relief funding, RUS (Rural Utilities Service Distance Learning & Telemedicine Grant) and other relevant funding opportunities. - Specific use cases and technologies that are a good fit for agencies under the priorities of this funding - Lessons learned from CARES and pointers on how to ensure your purchases are eligible via stimulus funding. Here is Distance Learning Grant Program. Please contact Dustin Coleman if you are interested. Ohio Preservation Council (OPC) is pleased to announce its 2021 Mini Grant! Are you looking to join a professional organization such as the American Institute for Conservation or the Society of American Archivists? Have you been eyeing one of the many professional development webinars or conferences to build your skillset being offered but it is not in your budget? Well then, apply for one of the OPC mini-grants and take your profession to the next level. OPC has updated the grant procedures and awards to reflect the current emphasis on remote learning and virtual conferences. In 2020 the Ohio Preservation Council began to offer four awards of up to $250 each in support of continuing education and professional organization memberships for Ohio Students and Professionals with an interest in preserving our cultural heritage. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis in March, May, September and November. Applications are due the first Mondays in March, May, September and November with applicants notified after the 3rd Thursday of the month. The Ohio Preservation Council serves as a coalition of preservationists, conservators, librarians, archivists, curators, records managers, the institutions they represent, and other concerned citizens who recognize the serious threat to documentary heritage. The Council’s mission is to provide a network for preservation education and to support preservation activities within the state of Ohio. The Council believes in cooperative, state-wide efforts across geographic and professional lines are needed to meet preservation challenges. The Ohio Preservation Council recognizes the value of professional meetings, conferences, and other educational opportunities to advance the field of preservation and provide a forum to voice the need for ongoing stewardship of our documentary heritage. When possible, the OPC shall provide financial support to individuals to develop skills, expand knowledge, and gain experience relevant to the mission and goals of the Ohio Preservation Council. Individuals requesting financial support must meet the following criteria: • Working in the state of Ohio OR pursuing an advanced degree or certificate in the state of Ohio; • Working directly in the field of preservation (as described above) OR pursuing a degree or certificate within the field; • Request is for professional development that clearly relates to preservation issues and/or preservation skills; • Have not received financial support from the OPC Grant within 3 calendar years. For more information on how to apply visit: http://ohiopreservationcouncil.org/Grants
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