Library of Congress Literacy Awards: 2014
Through
the generosity of David M. Rubenstein, the Library of Congress Literacy Awards
Program honors organizations that have made outstanding contributions to
increasing literacy in the United States or abroad.
By
recognizing current achievements, the awards seek to inspire organizations,
foundations, and other private sector groups to become involved in combating
illiteracy.
- encourage the continuing development of innovative methods for combating illiteracy
- dissemination of the most effective practices
- draw public attention to the continuing need for literacy services
- increase awareness of the importance of literacy
The
Rubenstein Prize ($150,000) will be awarded to any organization based either
inside or outside the United States.
The
American Prize ($50,000) will be awarded to any organization that is based in
the United States.
The
International Prize ($50,000) will be awarded to any organization that is based
in a country outside the United States.
Guidelines
Each
organization may only apply in one prize category. In the case of multiple
nominations for the same organization, the board may review only one
application.
Download
both the instructions and the application.
The
deadline for applying is March 31, 2014; all applications and supporting
materials must be received by this date to be eligible for consideration.
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