New Grants Target Literacy Boost for Kids in Low-Income Communities
Published Date: 4/10/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Labor and Education are teaming up to fund cool new literacy programs that help kids from birth to 12th grade in low-income areas get better at reading. Schools and local agencies can apply for grants by June 9, 2026, to create or improve school libraries, support early reading during doctor visits, and get more books into kids’ hands. This is a big chance to boost reading skills and make learning fun for kids who need it most!
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Grants to Improve School Libraries
Schools in high-need local educational agencies (LEAs) where 20 percent or more of students are from families below the poverty line can apply for grants to develop and enhance school library programs, including professional development for librarians, books, and up-to-date materials.
Regular Book Distribution to Low-Income Kids
Grants may fund regular distribution of high-quality books to children and adolescents from low-income communities to increase reading motivation, performance, and frequency.
Pediatric Literacy in Well-Child Visits
The competition funds pediatric literacy programs where medical providers give developmentally appropriate books and reading recommendations to parents during well-child visits to encourage reading starting in infancy.
Who Can Apply — June 9, 2026 Deadline
Eligible applicants include LEAs with at least 20% of students from families below the poverty line, consortia of such LEAs, the Bureau of Indian Education, and eligible national nonprofits; complete proposals are due by 11:59:59 p.m. Eastern time on June 9, 2026.
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