Network of the National Library of Medicine Region 3
Advancing medicine and improving public health through increased access to health information
Funding Opportunities
At NNLM Region 3, we pride ourselves on offering opportunities that meet the needs of the dynamic populations in our 7-state region.
Check out the funding opportunities listed on this page. Whether you’re an individual seeking training and career advancement or an organization seeking funds for your next big project, we’ve got you covered.
Please email nnlmregion3@unthealth.edu with any questions. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Available Grants
NNLM offers funding for projects that improve access to health information, increase engagement with research and data, expand professional knowledge, and promote awareness and use of NLM resources in local communities.
Funding Year...
Funding Period: 12/01/2024 to 04/30/2025
Award: $4,000
Application Deadline: 11/25/2024 – 5:00pm CT
The purpose of the Emerging Leader Award is to motivate and prepare a mid-career librarian preparing for a position of leadership in an academic health sciences library.
Funding Period: 08/01/2025 to 04/01/2026
Award Amount: $2,000
Application Deadline: Applications ongoing until 04/01/2026 or funds are expended.
The purpose of the Exhibit Award is to conduct outreach to the region through conferences or by hosting exhibits within their own institutions and to build professional capacity in support of the goals of the NNLM.
Funding Period: 12/01/2024 to 04/30/2025
Award: $3,000
Application Deadline: 11/25/2024 – 5:00pm CT
The purpose of the Leadership Pathways Award is to create a pathway for current early-to-mid-career librarians to explore leadership roles within the health sciences library profession. The award focuses on exploring and developing management skills with guidance from an experienced health sciences library manager recruited by NNLM Region 3.
Funding Period: 08/01/2025 to 04/01/2026
Award: $2,000
Application Deadline: April 1, 2026, 5:00 pm CT
The purpose of the Professional Development Award is to enable individuals in Region 3 Network Member institutions to expand professional knowledge and experience to provide improved health information access to healthcare providers and consumers.
Funding Period: 07/01/2025 to 04/30/2026
Award: $8,000
Application Deadline: 03/03/2025 – 5:00pm CT
The purpose of the Express Health Information Outreach Award is to provide support for projects that improve health information literacy and increase the ability of consumers caregivers, students, and other members of the public to find, access, and use health information.
Funding Period: 07/01/2025 to 04/30/2026
Award: $25,000
Application Deadline: 03/03/2025 – 5:00pm CT
The purpose of the Health Information Outreach Award is to ensure that healthcare professionals, patients, and the general public are introduced to authoritative health information. This award provides support for projects that improve health information literacy and increase the ability of consumers caregivers, students, and other members of the public to find and use health information.
Funding Period: 09/05/2025 to 12/19/2025
Award: Up to $3,000: Up to $2,500 is reimbursed for allowable expenses associated with participation in
meetings – $500 is reserved for registration and other associated costs, contingent
on approval and direction from NNLM.
Application Deadline: 08/29/2025
NNLM Region 3 is seeking library and information science (LIS) students who desire an opportunity to network, learn new skills, and present in a professional setting while learning more about health sciences librarianship and outreach!
Funded Projects
NNLM Region 3’s projects focus on enhancing health information access and literacy across diverse communities, bridging gaps between medical professionals, educators, and the public. Explore our projects to see how NNLM resources are empowering individuals to make informed health decisions.
