Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
April 15, 2026
Webinar: Monday, January 12, 2026, 12-1 p.m.
Webinar: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 3-4 p.m.
Webinar: Monday, March 30, 2026, 9-10 a.m.
Close date: April 15, 2026
Library Capital Improvement Program (LCIP) is now accepting applications. These funds must benefit public libraries. Visit the Library Capital Improvement Program webpage to learn more about the application process.
Project qualification priorities
- Priority is given to properties located in distressed counties, determined pursuant to RCW43.168.020, to have an unemployment rate that is 20 percent above the state average for the previous three years.
- To properties located in a designated rural county, as determined by WA State Office of Financial Management to have a population density less than 100 persons per square mile or counties smaller than 225 square miles,
- To properties listed on local, state or federal historic registries.
- Projects ready for construction in the 2027-2029 biennium.
Funding match requirement
- Grants have an equal funding match requirement (50% or 1:1 match). LCIP grant may reimburse up to half of the project cost. Organizations must document match funding.
- Grants must have secured sufficient funding to be able to complete the project.