[OPLINLIST] Apply for a 2024 Summer Library Program Grant

[marshams at library.ohio.gov]

The State Library of Ohio is pleased to announce the 2024 Summer Library Program (SLP) grant<https://library.ohio.gov/libraries/grants/summer-library-program-grant/>.  The purpose of this Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant initiative is to empower libraries to enhance their 2024 summer library programs with library-led activities that spark creativity and learning, engage individuals, and benefit their communities.
 
Libraries may apply for up to $2000.00 in federal funds to purchase program materials, supplies, and/or contractual services for the activities offered to the community during the 2024 SLP.  Please refer to the FAQs page<https://library.ohio.gov/libraries/grants/summer-library-program-grant/faq> for specific guidelines on the use of awarded funds.  Participating libraries are encouraged to collaborate with other community entities, organizations, or agencies that also serve the targeted age groups.
 
Who Can Apply?

  *   Public libraries eligible to receive Ohio Public Library Funds (PLF)
  *   School libraries located in a school that is accredited by the State of Ohio
  *   Libraries that are part of an accredited institution of higher learning

  *   Special libraries within Ohio
  *   Ohio library consortia, professional associations, and regional library systems identified in “Libraries in Ohio,” LSTA Five-Year Plan 2023-2027<https://library.ohio.gov/static/lsta/LSTA%20Plan%202023-2027.pdf>.
 
All applications must be completed by 11:59 p.m., Tuesday February 20, 2024. The grant term runs from April 1 – August 31, 2024. The grant application process requires the completion of an online application.

Please note: This grant does not require the project coordinator to have an MLS/MLIS degree. Additionally, the use of Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) themes and materials is not required for a library to be eligible for this LSTA grant.
 
Questions on the grant or LSTA grant process should be addressed to LSTA Coordinator Jeff Regensburger at LSTA at library.ohio.gov<mailto:mlodge at library.ohio.gov>.
 
Questions about developing SLP activities aligned with the purpose of this grant may be addressed to Youth Services Consultant Janet Ingraham Dwyer at jdwyer at library.ohio.gov<mailto:jdwyer at library.ohio.gov>.

See the Ohio Summer Library Program webpage<https://library.ohio.gov/libraries/library-programs-and-development/summer-library-program/summer-library-program> for information about CSLP and other SLP resources of use to Ohio public libraries.  

The State Library of Ohio administers Ohio’s LSTA program, funded through the independent federal agency Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)

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