[Libs-Or] Two ALA Annual Programming Awards Now Open!

[HANNING Darci * SLO]

Greetings!

I'm forwarding along these two grant opportunities for those who might be interested. Please contact harata at ala.org<mailto:harata at ala.org> if you have any questions.

The Peggy Barber Tribute Grant<https://www.ala.org/tools/programming/PeggyBarberGrant> (Apply by February 3, 2025)
The Peggy Barber Tribute Grant is an annual grant that recognizes, promotes, and supports meaningful programs in libraries that have limited and/or no access to budgetary support for programming. This grant aims to help ease budget challenges by annually awarding three libraries $2,500 to support a proposed program, program series, or programming effort.

Applications for the award will be accepted from December 3, 2024, to February 3, 2025. Read the grant guidelines and apply online.<https://www.ala.org/tools/programming/PeggyBarberGrant>

Each year, the grant will focus on supporting a specific type of library programming. For the 2024-2025 cycle, libraries are invited to submit applications for programming related to combatting isolation for older adults.

Example proposals can include a program to teach seniors how to use technology so that they can stay connected online or a social club to bring adults together around an activity like crafting or gardening.

Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant<https://www.ala.org/tools/programming/LTCEG> (Apply by February 3, 2025)
The Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant recognizes, promotes and supports innovative and meaningful community engagement efforts in libraries. It will provide two grants of $2,000 for a school, public, academic, tribal or special library to expand its community engagement efforts.

Applications will be accepted between December 2, 2024, and February 3, 2025. View the full award guidelines and apply online at www.ala.org/LTCEG<http://www.ala.org/LTCEG>.

Libraries are invited to apply by designing and outlining activities for a library-led community engagement project. Community engagement is the process of working collaboratively with community members - be they library patrons, residents, faculty, students, or local organizations - to address issues for the betterment of the community.

Each year, the grant will focus on supporting a community engagement project with a specific theme. For the 2024-2025 cycle, libraries are invited to submit applications for a community engagement project focusing on building neighborhood connections. Libraries should collaborate with community members and at least one partner organization to develop a project that addresses a local issue and builds upon community assets.


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Hannah Arata
harata at ala.org<mailto:harata at ala.org>
Communications Manager
Public Programs Office
American Library Association
She/Her/Hers
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Darci Hanning, MLIS (she/her/hers)
Public Library Consultant / CE Coordinator
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State Library of Oregon | Library Support and Development Services
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