Grants for Alaska Libraries and Schools

Grant projects funding with federal LSTA funds must follow 2 CFR Part 200 Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards.  Generally, for a cost to be allowable for an LSTA grant, the cost must be directly related and necessary to the project and the approved LSTA priorities according to the Alaska State Library's LSTA 5-Year Plan.  In addition, the cost must be reasonable and not specifically disallowed by the State or local laws and regulations.  

Grant funds may be spent on:

• Accessories and supplies necessary for the project
• Hardware, software, and/or technology necessary to support the project
• Subscriptions and licenses within the grant period
• Consulting or contractual services
• Travel and/or training expenses related to the project for project staff
• Training and education for employee development
• Specific costs for communicating with the public about the project.  

Grant funds MAY NOT be spent on:

• General operating costs
• Entertainment, ceremonies, receptions, or social activities (unless there is a specific programmatic purpose)
• Prizes or incentives (unless there is a specific programmatic purpose)
• Promotional items and memorabilia
• Speaker/presenter honorariums
• Meals or refreshments
• Fundraising
• Lobbying or political advocacy
• Foreign travel
• General marketing for the library or library programs
• Project costs and obligations incurred prior to or beyond the grant period, including subscription costs.