Grants for libraries and literacy grants for nonprofits, schools, early literacy grants, health literacy, and financial literacy .
Fellowships to USA published translators to translate literary works into English. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several days to complete. This program encourages the translation of writers and works that are not well represented in Englis...
Fellowships of $26,000 to USA PhD candidates, researchers, and post-doctoral scholars to conduct humanities research projects at an institution in New York City. Applicants from underserved and underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply. Research projects may...
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...
Grants of up to $20,000 and in-kind support to USA nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, IHEs, school districts, libraries, and museums for community programs to promote reading. Applicants must submit an intent to apply prior t...
Grants of up to $3,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations and schools for music programming. Funding is intended to promote music performances, instruction, and other activities that engage and educate individuals of all ages. Special consideration will be given to pr...
Grants to local Michigan non-profit organizations, agencies, schools, and faith-based groups to provide quality and innovative programs, projects, or services in eligible areas. There are five established endowed funds through which applicants may apply for support to...
Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, universities, churches, synagogues, and mosques to benefit local communities. Interested applicants are required to contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support program...
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...
Grants of up to $10,000 to USA and territories PreK-12 school libraries to provide books to disadvantaged youth. Funding is intended to ensure that school libraries are still offering children good books to read. Applications must be connected to a specific project at ...
Grants of $2,500 to USA and territories libraries for meaningful programs that benefit the public. Funding is intended to support libraries with little access to budget assistance. Proposed programs may be virtual, hybrid, or virtual. Eligible uses of funding include s...
Grants of up to $10,000 to USA and territories Indian tribes to improve library resources and provide professional development opportunities for library staff. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations well in advance of the deadline. Funding is intende...
Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, K-12 public or private schools, colleges, universities, and public libraries for literacy programs in regions where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for programs that serve adults. A...
Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, K-12 public and private schools, colleges and universities, and public libraries in the funding source's service area for literacy programs that benefit families. Funding is intended for adult education instructio...
Grants of up to $3,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, and libraries in the funding source's service area to implement or expand summer reading programs. Funding is intended for programs that target Pre-K-12th grade new readers and below-grade level readers, a...
Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government entities, and community groups for programs that benefit youth in eligible locations. Special consideration is given to projects developed by youth and promoting youth involvement. Eligible programs benefit youth i...
Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, school districts, and IHEs in eligible regions for programs that support local programs and charities. The Foundation focuses on areas such as civic affairs, the arts, the environment, youth development, ...
Grants of up to $3,000 and in-kind donations of materials to USA and territories nonprofit museums and libraries to preserve and exhibit collections. Funding is intended to support project costs and may be used for supplies, display fabrication, publicity, and contract...
Award to a USA translator to recognize excellence in the translation of poetry. The award recipient will be honored for the outstanding translation into English of a poetry collection written in any language. The translated work must be no less than 48 pages and must h...
Awards to USA, Virgin Islands, and Canada eighth-grade students to recognize exceptional pieces of writing. Submissions may be made in any genre of writing. The purpose of the program is to recognize the talents of young writers and to emphasize the significance of wri...
Award to a USA poet to recognize exemplary translation of a book of Italian poetry into English. The purpose of the award is to honor exceptional work in the translation of modern, standard Italian poetry. Poets at any stage of their career are eligible to apply for th...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and churches serving residents in eligible locations for projects and programs to benefit the community. Funding is intended for a wide range of community, charitable, educational, literary, scientific, and cu...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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. ...
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...
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...
Grants to California and Michigan nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible regions. Grants are intended to support a wide range of activities, including those related to health, education, culture, science, and general welfare. Priority is given to orga...
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...
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...
Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for programs to educate the community on legal matters and improve access to legal services throughout the state. Funding is also intended for the enhancement of the local law library and for continuing e...
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...
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...
Grants to USA federally recognized Indian tribes to improve library services in Native communities. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations well in advance of the application deadline. Funding is intended for digital services, educational programs, an...
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 ...
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...
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...
Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations for activities to benefit residents in eligible regions. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Eligible projects align with one of the following areas of interest: arts and culture, health...
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. ...
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...