2026-2027 New California Library Literacy Services Libraries Application
🏛 CA State Library (California)
✓ Free, no account · Source: California Grants Portal · Last verified Sep 5, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations that offer certified nurse midwifery (CNM) training programs in California. Applicants must demonstrate capacity to recruit CNM students committed to serving underserved communities. Programs must implement recruitment strategies, counseling for rural/underserved placement, and preceptorship experiences in areas of unmet need.
Eligible organizations likely include accredited nursing schools, universities with CNM programs, and healthcare training institutions. The grant prioritizes programs serving California's medically underserved areas. Focus areas include student recruitment, mentorship, and workforce development for midwifery.
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Program description
The purpose of this grant is to address the critical impact of adult literacy levels in California by helping adults meet their life goals and aspirations. Accepted applicants will join California Library Literacy Services in the 2026-2027 project period and are expected to run ongoing literacy programs. Funds for ongoing programs are awarded annually.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Completed application form (state-specific)
- Program description and institutional background
- Student recruitment and admission procedures
- Counseling and placement program details
- Preceptorship site agreements and descriptions
- Budget and budget narrative
Program contact
- 📧 CLLS@library.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-603-7212
Funding track record
Past applications & awards under this program (California Grants Portal) — how competitive it is.
By fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Applications | Awarded | Award rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | 11 | 5 | 45% |
Source: California Grants Portal
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Organizations operating certified nurse midwifery training programs in California. Programs must have capacity to recruit and train CNM students for underserved communities.
What activities does the grant fund?
Recruitment and admission of CNM students committed to underserved practice, counseling and job placement programs, and preceptorship experiences in areas of unmet need.
Is there a deadline for this grant?
The deadline is September 24, 2025. Check the California Department of Health Care Access and Information website for submission details.
What makes an application competitive?
Strong recruitment pipelines targeting underserved-focused students, documented placement outcomes, and clear preceptorship partnerships in medically underserved areas.
How much funding will be awarded?
Award amounts are not specified. Contact the state agency for typical grant ranges and funding expectations.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Identify and recruit CNM students with demonstrated commitment to underserved area practice before applying.
- Partner with health systems and clinics in underserved areas for preceptorship placements.
- Document your program's track record of placing graduates in areas of unmet need.
- Align your training curriculum with workforce needs in California's medically underserved regions.
- Contact the California Department of Health Care Access and Information early for application guidance and requirements.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Failing to demonstrate genuine partnerships with underserved area employers for student placement. Weak recruitment strategies that don't specifically target students with commitment to underserved practice. Vague preceptorship plans without named clinical sites in areas of unmet need.
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