Grants
The ultimate goal of the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives grant program is to provide adequate and equitable library and information services for all Kentuckians. To that end, KDLA offers grants to libraries and local governments across the state to help them meet the needs of their customers.
Contact Nicole Bryan at 502-564-8300 ext 304 or nicole.bryan@ky.gov for any grant related questions.
Federal grants
Federal grants are made possible by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives. Libraries are invited to apply for the following competitive grants.
**New** 2008 LSTA Quarterly Status Report form - MS Word Format
Questions or feedback on use of the form should be sent via email to nicole.bryan@ky.gov
2009 Public Library Programming Grants
Provides funding to public libraries to enhance, expand or provide programming that will meet the specific needs of their community.
DEADLINE: June 30, 2008
- 2009 Public Library Programing Guidelines.pdf - PDF format
- 2009 Public Library Programming Application - MS Word format
2009 Library Automation grants
Provides funding for 50% matching grants to assist libraries in automating their systems. These grants are divided into two categories: Academic and Public.
DEADLINE: June 30, 2008
2009 Library Innovation Grants
Provides funding to public libraries for innovative and creative technological solutions to service problems in libraries.
DEADLINE: June 30, 2008
- 2009 Library Innovation Guidelines.pdf - PDF format
- 2009 Library Innovation Application.doc - MS Word format
2009 Library Assistive Technology Grants
Provides funding to public libraries for technologies that assist patrons with special needs.
DEADLINE: June 30, 2008
- 2009 Library Assistive Tech Guidelines.pdf - PDF format
- 2009 Library Assistive Technology Application.doc - MS Word format
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2007 - 2008 Graduate Library School Tuition Reimbursement Grants
Provides tuition reimbursement to public libraries for public library staff that successfully complete classes from ALA accredited graduate programs. Deadline for applications: 30 days after the start of each semester.
- Prior to applying read:
Guidelines for the Graduate Library School Tuition Reimbursement Grant - Before the course begins send:
Application for Graduate Library School Tuition Reimbursement Grant - After you complete the course send:
Final Report and Payment Request For Tuition Reimbursement Grant
If you are unable to access the applications or guidelines, you may request hardcopies by contacting Nicole Bryan at 502-564-8300 ext. 304 or nicole.bryan@ky.gov.
Forms required as part of the grant agreement
- Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion
- Internet Safety Certification (CIPA)
- Title VI Assurance
State Grants
- Local Records Grants – provides funds to local government agencies to improve their record-keeping practices and to preserve the information as a strategic resource. Local Records Grants are competitive.