[Libs-Or] Scholarships for OLA/PNLA Conference- time sensitive

Tue Feb 24 11:49:19 PST 2026

Hello, all!
I wanted to share a reminder about some of the scholarship opportunities I have seen sent out offering support to attend the Oregon Library Association/Pacific Northwest Library Association Joint Conference<https://oregonlibconference.org/2026/registration/> happening April 22-24, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. A couple of these opportunities are directly focused on support for conference attendance only, and some can be utilized for other professional related learning opportunities, as well.

Please take a moment to see if one of these opportunities can help support your individual needs and take notice of the application deadlines.

Best,
Ericka Brunson-Rochette (she/her/hers)
Community Engagement Consultant
State Library of Oregon
ericka.brunson-rochette at slo.oregon.gov<mailto:ericka.brunson-rochette at slo.oregon.gov> | 971-375-5126
www.oregon.gov/library/libraries<http://www.oregon.gov/library/libraries>
[Logo for the Library Support & Development Services division at the State Library of Oregon]<http://www.oregon.gov/library/libraries>
Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday
Check out my LibGuide<https://slo.oregon.gov/CommunityEngagement>!

2026 Children's Services Division Scholarship Application for OLA/PNLA Joint Conference<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScY49iHDsZSxU_NOTmcfVkRdjjwSFVvTWqZvIWUaxTqjJXm8Q/viewform>
Are you hoping to attend the OLA/PNLA joint conference but hesitant because of the cost? The Children's Services Division (CSD) of the Oregon Library Association (OLA) is offering scholarships of up to $1,000 to help CSD members attend the OLA/PNLA Joint Conference in Portland, OR, from April 22-24, 2026.

Scholarship Overview

Application Deadline: Saturday, February 28, 2026

The funds can be used for conference registration, travel, lodging, and meals. Preference will be given to:
o    Applicants from diverse or underrepresented groups
o    Applicants working with underserved communities
o    Applicants who have not received a CSD scholarship before
o    Applicants from small or rural institutions with limited funding

Questions? Email: Laura Baca, CSD Scholarship Chair- csdscholarships at olaweb.org<mailto:csdscholarships at olaweb.org> or Anna Bruce, CSD Chair - csd at olaweb.org<mailto:csd at olaweb.org>

ACRL-OR Applications for Scholarships for the 2025-2026 Academic Year<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQ0xQ5sTd8xhqJA8r2Oes-zEC-uj8SQ9iDrbFBRNzHm9AkHA/viewform>
ACRL-OR sponsors scholarships to support the work of Oregon academic library employees. Up to $1,500 is available for the 2025-2026 year, with individual award amounts determined by the ACRL Scholarship Committee. Applications are reviewed during the academic year until funds are depleted.

      This round closes Monday, March 2, 2026.
       For more information, contact the ACRL-OR Board President<mailto:acrlor at olaweb.org>.

REFORMA OR Scholarship for OLA/PNLA<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdjPfocKXEphv6BgPSaqpKs8YfMXxkT_S5cM4_kQbqOPh9qmw/viewform>
REFORMA Oregon members are invited to apply for the OLA/PNLA 2026 Conference Scholarship. This scholarship is designed to help remove financial barriers for members who are advancing equitable library services for Latinx communities.

Scholarship Overview

Application Deadline: Friday, March 6, 2026

o    Conference Dates: Wednesday, April 22nd - Friday April 24th

o    Eligibility: Current Oregon REFORMA Member and OLA Member

o    Number of Awards: One (1)

o    Award Amount: $560

OLA EDI & Antiracism Committee's Professional Development Scholarships<https://ola.memberclicks.net/ola-edi-antiracism-scholarships>

Scholarship Overview

OLA/PNLA Application Deadline: Monday, March 23, 2026 (for review before the April 11 online registration cutoff).

The 2026 OLA/PNLA Annual Joint Conference<https://oregonlibconference.org/2026/> is right around the corner. Like fellow OLA units, the OLA EDIA Committee is ready to support your professional development via scholarships! Now is the time to Get Loud for Libraries. APPLY NOW to join us in Portland, OR between April 22-24, 2026. Scholarship funds can be used for registration, travel, lodging, and meals.
?         Conference Registration<https://oregonlibconference.org/2026/registration/>
?         Conference FAQs<https://docs.google.com/document/d/16ZVhGQ3uUSY7FZBQnV16ndck-8juShI2/edit>
?         Conference Registration Cost Sheet<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1IOhyn36xFxKlshYG8N_DAsaRMOcpkmW6/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=108167161867571907473&rtpof=true&sd=true>
?         Affinity Group Schedule<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1f8p-KT0Hz4EnDx5Otc4NMMb_1ljiDi46/view?usp=sharing>

Scholarships to support EDI & Antiracism professional development for library staff, volunteers, and library-job seekers in Oregon. OLA membership is not required. Applications reviewed on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month (unless other arrangements are made).

More specifically, the OLA EDIAC's professional development scholarships* support EDI & Antiracism professional development for library staff, volunteers, and library-job seekers in Oregon, who:
?         identify as belonging to one or more marginalized, minoritized, and racialized communities seeking general professional development (prioritized)
?         are looking to develop skills in providing culturally relevant services to communities that are historically and currently underserved and under-resourced (prioritized)
OR
?         are seeking professional development on, related to or impacting efforts towards equity, diversity, inclusion and/or antiracism in their libraries or the communities they serve

For more information and link to application, visit here<https://ola.memberclicks.net/ola-edi-antiracism-scholarships>.
*Scholarships are made possible in whole by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the State Library of Oregon

      For any other questions or concerns, please email the OLA EDIA Committee Chairs: edicommittee at olaweb.org<mailto:edicommittee at olaweb.org>.

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