Description
The New York State Education Department is offering a competitive LSTA grant to New York public‑library systems, public libraries, and association libraries. Grants range from $5,000 to $20,000 and support projects that improve outreach, literacy, and social well‑being. Applicants must be pre‑qualified in the Statewide Financial System, possess a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) via SAM, and submit a full application by May 15, 2026. Funding may be used for consumable supplies, consulting services, and technology equipment (≤ $10,000 per item) when tied to a broader project; construction, installation, or equipment over $10k is not allowed. Awards are announced in early July, with work required to run from October 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.
• Eligible applicants: chartered public libraries, association libraries, and library systems in New York State.
• Fundable activities: staff training, consultant services, program development, purchase of devices/materials (< $10k each) that advance outreach, literacy, or well‑being.
• Mandatory prerequisites: SFS pre‑qualification (non‑profits) and UEI acquisition by the May 15 deadline; no matching funds required.
• Reporting: two interim reports (Dec 31 2026, Mar 31 2027) and a final report (Jul 30 2027); records retained through Jan 2033.
• Budget cap: total award pool $490,000; each award $5k‑$20k; indirect costs up to 15% allowed.
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Contact
Lauren Cardinal(Program Contact)