State Library of Ohio Library Services and Technology Act Conservation and Preservation Grant (OH)

State Library of Ohio Library Services and Technology Act Conservation and Preservation Grant (OH)

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: State Library of Ohio
Amount: Up to US $4,999
Last Updated: March 27, 2026

Summary

The State Library of Ohio offers the Conservation and Preservation Grant, providing up to $4,999 to libraries for conserving unique items or small collections. This initiative aims to support libraries in preserving culturally significant artifacts that reflect Ohio's historic and artistic heritage. Applicants must attend a mandatory workshop to ensure successful grant applications. The workshop covers selection criteria, working with conservators, and treatment documentation, enhancing the applicant's ability to manage preservation projects.

Overview

NOTE: The Letter of Inquiry deadline represents the Mandatory Conference date.Under this special program, prospective applicants must attend the workshop prior to submitting a grant application. This workshop will prepare applying institutions for submitting a successful application. By attending the workshop, prospective applicants will gain knowledge of the criteria for selecting materials for conservation/preservation, basic evaluation considerations, finding a conservator, working with conservators, contracts and insurance, and treatment documentation. Institutions could send up to two participants in person or unlimited participants online.The Full  Proposal deadline represents  when the Application is due. State Library of Ohio Library Services and Technology Act Conservation and Preservation Grant (OH) The State Library of Ohio, in partnership with the Ohio Preservation Council (OPC), is pleased to announce the availability of LSTA funds of up to $4,999 for libraries to conserve a single item or preserve a small, discrete group of items within their collections. The item(s) selected for conservation/preservation should be unique, valuable (culturally or monetarily), and as a cultural artifact speak to the mission and values of the applying institution. Additionally, as a cultural artifact or collection it should reflect some element of the historic and artistic record of Ohio. This is in accordance with goals outlined in The State Library of Ohio’s Five Year LSTA Plan. All analog formats, including book and paper, object, and artwork are appropriate. Funding Funds up to $4,999 are available.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Ohio libraries are eligible to apply.