The library of virginia will use funds to support the goals of their five-year plan for FY 2023-2027, which reflect the purposes and priorities of the library services and technology act (LSTA)

The Institute of Museum and Library Services awarded the Library of Virginia $6,528,746.97 under the Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) on October 1, 2025, for implementation of Virginia's Five-Year Plan for fiscal years 2023–2027 aligned with Library Services and Technology Act priorities. The award funds establishment of neighborhood and community libraries as lifelong learning centers, public access to information and cultural heritage resources, and professional development for library leadership and staff. Supported initiatives include access to electronic databases, computer instruction, homework centers, summer reading programs, digitization of special collections, e-books, adaptive technology, bookmobile services, and targeted outreach to underserved populations. The Library of Virginia distributes funds through competitive subawards and cooperative agreements to eligible public, academic, research, school, and special libraries throughout the Commonwealth. Period of performance runs through September 30, 2027, with place of performance in Richmond, Virginia.

In virginia, specific goals address: 1) fostering the development of the evolving neighborhood/community library as a center for lifelong learning and civic engagement; 2) facilitating access to information and the discovery of knowledge and cultural heritage for the purpose of cultivating an informed and engaged community; and 3) supporting the training and development of proactive library leadership and skilled staff to meet the rapidly changing environment.