The Jesse H. Shera Award for the Support of Dissertation Research is intended to provide recognition for dissertation research employing exemplary research design and methods.
Support for LIRT will advocate library instruction as a means for developing competent library and information use as a part of lifelong learning.
An honorarium given to a selected speaker at the Holley Lecture at ALA Annual Conference each year, chosen by LHRT's executive committee.
Recognizes the best essays written in English on library history. The award is named in honor of ALA's first president.
Funds help support staff development, continuing education, and training initiatives.
Giving an unrestricted donation ensures that your gift is applied to essential projects most in need of funding.
The Endowment fund supports IRRT’s international activities and initiatives which contribute to ALA’s important role in international librarianship.
Giving an unrestricted donation to IRRT ensures that your gift is applied to essential projects most in need of funding.
The Merritt Fund is devoted to the welfare of librarians and library workers. Contributions aren't tax-exempt because the fund provides direct aid to individuals without reference to IRS requirements for tax-exempt organizations.
Provides financial assistance to individuals who is currently working with government information in a library and is trying to complete a master’s degree in library science.