Grants
Grants Support the Delivery of Library Services
IMLS UPDAtes
The Institute of Museums and Libraries (IMLS), the federal agency that issues the Grants to States program funding our Library Services & Technology Act (LSTA) grants, published their Congressional Budget Justification for Federal FY2026. IMLS will manage current grants and will not distribute any further funding. As of September 30, 2026 the agency will close. At this time, the Utah State Library Division will maintain our current LSTA federal funding (~$2.3M) through September 30, 2026. Although changes could occur at the federal level, this information is guiding the division's budgetary decisions for the foreseeable future.
Thank you all for being patient and continuing to focus on the positive work we do for the library community and our patrons. Please continue to check this page for updates.
Currently Open Grants:
ATALM Tribal Library Conference 2025
ATALM Conference 2025
The Utah State Library administers federal and state funding programs related to the delivery of library services in Utah.
Utah State Library Grants Portal
Visit the USL Grants Portal to login and apply.
Register for access at least a week before the application deadline.
Register for access to our online grants portal.
Request login information by clicking "new user" in the grants portal or by contacting Melanie Boyd, Grants Coordinator, at [email protected] or 801-715-6740.
CLEF
All Utah public libraries that fulfill the requirements for State Library Certification are eligible for an annual Community Library Enhancement Fund (CLEF) payment.
LSTA
Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grants help libraries develop their central roles as community builders. Funds are used to promote improvements in services to all types of libraries.
UPLIFT
Utah Public Library Institute for Training (UPLIFT) Grants offers continuing education funding opportunities for individuals, libraries, and library organizations.
Questions?
Melanie Boyd
801-715-6740 or 800-662-9150 (Utah Toll-Free)
[email protected]