TLA Disaster Relief Fund Grant

TLA Disaster Relief Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Texas Library Association (TLA)
Amount: US $1,500 - US $5,000
Last Updated: February 25, 2026

Summary

The TLA Disaster Relief Fund Grant, established by the Texas Library Association, provides financial assistance ranging from $1,500 to $5,000 for libraries affected by natural disasters. Eligible libraries include academic, public, school, and special libraries. Funds can be utilized for technology, repairs, and other recovery needs. The grant application will be evaluated based on damage extent, service impact, fund usage, and funding availability, with a preference for TLA institutional members.

Overview

The Texas Library Association was established in 1902 to promote, support, and improve library services in Texas. Disaster Relief Grants The Texas Library Association awards grants from organization’s Disaster Relief Fund to libraries impacted by natural disasters. Grants range from $1,500 to $5,000 and can be used for technology, facility repair, collections, furnishings, or other needs related to storm damage. Academic, public, school and special libraries are eligible to receive assistance. If your library has recently experienced damage due to a natural disaster, please contact TLA. The Disaster Relief Committee will evaluate applications for financial assistance on the following criteria: Extent of damage sustained;Impact on service; include images, video and/or personal storiesHow the funds will be used;Availability of public and private funding (or insurance) to assist recovery efforts; andWillingness to allow library's name and photos to be used in publicity efforts.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Academic, public, school and special libraries are eligible to receive assistance. Institutional members of TLA will receive an increase in the grant award; institutions do not have to be members of TLA to apply for funds.