Laura Bush Foundation — School Library Grants (final round)
Grants for school libraries to update and diversify their book collections. 2027 is the final round.
Key facts
- Funder
- Laura Bush Foundation for America's Libraries
- Status
- Upcoming
- Next deadline
- Not announced
- Amount
- Varies — see provider
- Who can apply
- Schools, Public schools
- Where
- United States (national)
- Topics
- Literacy, Classroom resources
- Official page
- https://www.bushcenter.org/topics/education/laura-bush-foundation-for-americas-libraries
- Last verified
- October 15, 2026
Deadline note: Final round (2027). Application dates not confirmed on the official page.
About this funding
Grants to school libraries to expand, diversify and update their collections. In May 2026 the foundation awarded $1 million to 220 school libraries in 38 states. After 24 years, 2027 will be the final round of grants; no rounds after that.
How to apply
Check the foundation's page for the 2027 application. Dates for the final round were not shown on the foundation's page when checked.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for Laura Bush Foundation — School Library Grants (final round)?
Schools, Public schools
How much funding does Laura Bush Foundation — School Library Grants (final round) offer?
Varies — see provider
When is the Laura Bush Foundation — School Library Grants (final round) deadline?
Not announced. Final round (2027). Application dates not confirmed on the official page.
How do I apply for Laura Bush Foundation — School Library Grants (final round)?
Check the foundation's page for the 2027 application. Dates for the final round were not shown on the foundation's page when checked.