2026 Library Action Grants

The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) is accepting applications for the 2026 Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Action Grants. These grants provide funding of up to $10,000 per project for high-impact initiatives that strengthen library services and create lasting community benefit. These grants support libraries in addressing pressing local needs, deepening partnerships, and building organizational capacity. Grant Announcement, Guidelines, and a preview copy of the Intent to Apply form are attached to this posting. All applicants must submit the Intent to Apply form electronically by June 30th, 2026 in order to be eligible. Questions should be directed to OCL through the links provided in the attached documents. More information can also be found in the LibGuides website: https://pa-gov.libguides.com/c.php?g=1306054&p=9614246

• Action Grants Announcement 05.22.26.pdf

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• Action Grants - Grant Guidelines 05.22.26.pdf

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• Action Grants Intent to Apply Form Questions 05.22.26.pdf

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• Brent Wallisch
  brwallisch@pa.gov717-783-5731