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Beyond the Ask: Grant Writing, Partnerships, and Funding Strategies for Libraries webinar
Successful grant proposals do more than request funding—they tell a story about community need, impact, and possibility. In this webinar, participants will explore grant writing through the lens of storytelling, relationship-building, and strategic advocacy. Topics include finding grants, aligning projects with funder priorities, writing stronger narratives, demonstrating outcomes, and avoiding common mistakes. The session will also touch on practical strategies for securing support through community partnerships, donations, and other creative funding avenues. Designed for public library staff, this session offers practical tools and encouragement for both first-time and experienced grant seekers. 1 hr / 1 LEU
Register here and a Zoom link will be sent to you.
If you cannot attend the live webinar, request to have the recording sent to you when it is ready (usually within 30 days of the live session) via this form. The webinar will also be posted on the Indiana State Library's Archived Training page.
Presenter: Adrienne De Luna, Youth Services Librarian & author of The Youth Services Playbook blog
- Date:
- Wednesday, September 16, 2026
- Time:
- 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Audience:
- General Public Library Staff Youth Services Staff
- Categories:
- ISL - Virtual Event
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