Future Pathways Grant Now Accepting Applications

MLA is accepting applications for the Future Pathways Grant program (formerly the Equity Fund Grant) through Friday, January 31.

Future Pathways Grants, funded entirely by donations through the MLA Equity Fund, aim to encourage the participation, engagement, and leadership of racially and ethnically diverse library workers in the library profession and MLA.

These grants reduce financial barriers to career advancement by providing up to $1,000 for projects and professional development opportunities for Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian, North African, or Middle Eastern individuals. Grant funds can be used for memberships, workshops, conferences, and other transformative opportunities.

For complete eligibility requirements, restrictions, and selection criteria, see the Future Pathways Guidelines (pdf). Applications are reviewed twice per year. Submissions are due in January and July. To be considered in January, please submit your application by Friday, January 31.

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Support the MLA Equity Fund and Empower Future Library Leaders

MLA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in Michigan’s libraries, the library profession, and MLA membership. Help us demonstrate that commitment!

The MLA Equity Fund is funded entirely by donations from people who believe in empowering future leaders and fostering diversity in the library profession.

By reducing financial barriers, your donation will support the participation, engagement, and leadership of racially and ethnically diverse library workers who are currently underrepresented in the library profession in Michigan.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of MLA members and advocates, we are pleased to share that we raised $4,614 in 2024 for the MLA Equity Fund, Thank you to everyone who donated! You can still contribute! Your donation of any amount makes a difference.

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