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Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program (2026)

The Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian (LB21) program funds projects that strengthen the library and archival workforce. It supports efforts to improve communities’ access to information and increases the capacity of libraries, archives, and library/information science graduate programs. Projects focus on building long-term capability in these institutions nationwide.

Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian (LB21) projects build a library and archival workforce that can meet the information needs of communities and increase the institutional capacity of libraries, archives, and library and information science graduate programs across the country.

Funding Source

Agency: Institute of Museum and Library Services

Awards & funding

Total Funding: $8.5M
Award Ceiling: $1M
Award Floor: $25,000

Eligibility

See the Notice of Funding Opportunity for eligibility requirements.

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