Federal Grant Award Summary

The West Virginia Library Commission received a $2.43 million formula grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) under the Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310), effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. This award supports implementation of West Virginia's Five-Year Plan for FY 2023-2027, which aligns with the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) priorities. The funding enables the Commission to expand access to information across West Virginia libraries by strengthening resource sharing capabilities, enhancing technological infrastructure, and facilitating access to electronic databases, e-books, adaptive technologies, and related information services.

Additionally, the grant supports institutional capacity building and workforce development within West Virginia's library community through advisory services, continuing education programs, and professional development initiatives for library staff, directors, and trustees. These investments strengthen the ability of library institutions statewide to meet evolving community needs and deliver comprehensive services to diverse populations, including children, seniors, unemployed individuals, and business communities. The Commission may distribute funds through competitive subawards or cooperative agreements with eligible libraries and consortia to implement approved projects under the state plan.