Educational Professionals
February 25, 2026
The Central Minnesota Libraries Exchange (CMLE) continues its commitment to strengthening library services across the region through grant opportunities designed to support both people and programs.
The CMLE Governing Board has designated funding to provide grants that enhance individual professional development while also supporting improvements to library spaces, services, collections, and programming at the local level. These opportunities are intended to help libraries explore new ideas, expand offerings, and respond to the evolving needs of their communities.
Grant funding is available to all public, school, academic, and special libraries within CMLE’s twelve-county central Minnesota region, creating meaningful opportunities for libraries of all types to invest in growth, learning, and innovation.
Libraries are encouraged to review the current grant offerings and consider how this support could help advance local priorities and initiatives.
View the flyer below and visit the CMLE website to explore available grants, application details, and eligibility information.
Through this continued investment, CMLE reinforces its role as a collaborative partner dedicated to supporting vibrant, responsive library services throughout central Minnesota.