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2023-24 Sustainable California Libraries

CA State Library · 27362

Eligibility details

California libraries may apply for funding.

Matching funds & resources

Source matching-funds field: Not Required. Applicants are expected to contribute a local match to the grant funds in the form of a cash match and/or in-kind contributions. A match is expected, but no minimum amount is required.

Matching funds and leveraged resources are different requirements. Read the description and reviewed rules below before determining resource commitments.

About this opportunity

Projects receiving funding for the California Sustainable Libraries Award focus on climate education, environment-focused civic engagement, water conservation, air quality, energy efficiency, reducing waste, and supporting local climate action and resilience plans. Grants support activities such as workshops, teaching gardens, lending libraries including tools, seeds and other items tailored to community needs, climate-focused service groups, sustainability conversations, and more. These projects meet Goal 4 of the California Library Services and Technology Act Investment Plan 2023–2027: Strengthen equitable resource-sharing and access to information, services, and opportunity with an emphasis on local community strengths and challenges. Each project should demonstrate an understanding of community needs, aspirations, and assets. Public programming, outreach, and at least one project partner or community connection is required for the Sustainable California Libraries grant.

Funding geography: Grant is limited to California.

Funding instrument: Grant. Issuing jurisdiction: California. This is not a geographic eligibility determination.