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Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners Resource Guide Collection

LSTA Grants

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This section will help you navigate your way through the process of accepting and managing your LSTA grant. It includes general guidance and project requirements.

Recipient Responsibilities

  • Appoint a project director who will be primarily responsible for the project 
  • Notify the assigned MBLC project consultant immediately if the project director leaves or will be absent from the project for longer than three months
  • Negotiate with the assigned MBLC project consultant any revisions to the proposal and/ or budget as approved
  • Carry out the project description and timeline stated in the original proposal with negotiated changes, if any
  • Complete performance and financial reports on time and accurately
  • Give recognition to IMLS, LTSA, and MBLC in all publication
  • Spend entire allotment of grant funding by the end of the project period
  • Adhere to the regulation, conditions, and provisions outlined in the LSTA Grant Agreement

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