Library Infrastructure Facility Improvement (LIFI) Grant
Funding Type
Grant
Grantor Agency
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Grant Range
Up to $250,000
# of Awards Available
Programmatic Area
Arts & Humanities
Programmatic Area
Broadband
Programmatic Area
Capacity Building
Programmatic Area
Education
Programmatic Area
Health
Programmatic Area
Workforce & Economic Development
Deadline
April 28, 2025
Match Required?
Eligible Entities
Through their governing authority, accredited public libraries, local public library systems, or non-profit organizations that are applying on behalf of accredited libraries, are eligible to apply for funds. An applicant that is a nonprofit organization is eligible only if the organization’s charter, operating guidelines, or mission statement includes providing direct support for affiliated library activities and goals as a defined objective. Friends groups are only eligible to apply if they are the fiscal agent for the library for which they are applying. Public library applicants must be accredited by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission for the full grant timeline beginning when the grant contracts are issued.
Focus Area
TSLAC is making available $6 million in grant funding to support broadband infrastructure improvements in eligible libraries. These improvements are designed to enhance internet connectivity, improve technology infrastructure, and ensure broad access to digital resources for library patrons. By investing in broadband infrastructure, TSLAC seeks to strengthen public library facilities as community hubs for digital access, workforce development, remote learning, and telehealth services. TSLAC will also provide ongoing technological support for awarded libraries to assist them with the implementation of these services.
Contact
grants@tsl.texas.gov
Link to Opportunity
https://www.tsl.texas.gov/ldn/grants/programs#:~:text=Library%20Infrastructure%20Facility%20Improvement%20(LIFI)%20Grant%20%2D%20APPLICATIONS%20OPEN
Application Platform
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