Elementary school media specialists may apply for funds to purchase books for their school’s library collection.  Grants may include purchases for books that support and enhance curriculum, as well as books for pleasure reading.  The grant request must be supported by industry research related to the request.  A list of the books to be purchased with the proposal must be uploaded with the application.  Technology or related expenses including e-books are not funded. Shipping, handling or any processing fees cannot be paid by the grant program and must be covered by the receiving school.

Elementary Library Grants are funded by the Happily Ever After Endowment.

Application Period:  July 1 – September 8, 2026