Baker & Taylor Summer Reading Program Grant
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This grant has been put on hiatus with the closing of Baker & Taylor. It will not be given out for 2026.
The ALSC Summer Reading Program Grant is designed to encourage reading programs for children in public libraries by providing $3,000 in financial assistance, while recognizing ALSC members for outstanding program development.
This grant is sponsored by Baker & Taylor, a premier provider of books, digital content and technology solutions that help public libraries improve community outcomes through literacy and learning. Learn more about their Children’s and Teen Services summer reading program here.
Current ALSC/Baker & Taylor Winners
Previous ALSC/Baker & Taylor/BWI* Winners
ALSC Professional Recognition and Scholarships Committee Manual
*The ALSC Summer Reading Program was previously sponsored by BWI, a part of the Follett Corporation from 2007-2012.
Winners will be announced here and via a press release on the ALSC website in December.
How to apply
This grant has been put on hiatus with the closing of Baker & Taylor. It will not be given out for 2026.
Applications and supporting materials, including an itemized budget and the required signature form, are due on November 15, 2024. The recipient will be announced via press release.
- Application Link: Please do not fill out the application until you have all the necessary materials to complete your application.
- Signature Form: Download the Word document and complete.
- Please see here for an example itemized budget.
If you have questions about your application, please reach out to the co-chairs of the ALSC Program and Services Recognition committee, Tammie Benham (tbenham@sekls.org) and Lauren Brandstetter (lauren.brandstetter@kentonlibrary.org).
Criteria
Each application will be judged on the following:
- The plan and outline submitted for a theme-based summer reading program in a public library
- The committee encourages innovative proposals involving children with physical and/or developmental disabilites
Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be personal members of ALSC as well as ALA; organizational members are not eligible
- Submit program ideas that are open to all children (birth – 14 years)
- Submit program ideas take place at a public library