Professional Development Awards Available – Apply Today

Posted by liaison on July 16th, 2025 Posted in: Funding, Request for Applications

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Whether you’re looking to attend a conference, earn a certification, or participate in a workshop, our Professional Development Award is here to help make that possible.

Key Details

• Period of Performance: June 1, 2025 – April 30, 2026
• Amount: Up to $2,500 per award
• Number of Awards Available: 10
• Application Deadline: Applications accepted and awarded on a rolling basis until the February 16, 2026, at 5:00 pm MT deadline or when the funds are depleted.
• Eligibility: These awards are intended for use by individuals affiliated with NNLM Region 4 member institutions

Application Process

Applicants are required to use the following proposal outline and submit as a Microsoft Word document. You may use this application template. Please submit your application: reg4_funding@lists.utah.edu.

• Program/Event Name: Provide the name of the event, program, or educational activity.
• Program/Event Dates: Provide the appropriate dates.
• Professional Development URL: URL for the exhibit, conference, or professional development you would like to attend or hold, if available.
• Amount Requested: The amount specified should not exceed the limit established by the RML/Office. Contact your Region 4 Medical Library if you have questions about the funding amount. Enter the amount to the nearest whole dollar.
• Significance/Objectives: Provide a short 1-2 paragraph description that summarizes the proposed program/event. State the goal(s) of the proposed program/event or educational activity and how they align to the NNLM Goals and Objectives. Discuss why this program/event would be necessary or useful for the intended beneficiary.

NOTE: If your application is for an online professional development activity costing $500 or less, please refer to the Express Application tab on our award page.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the application process, please do not hesitate to contact John Bramble or your state’s point of contact:

• Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico – Dana Abbey
• Idaho, Montana, Utah – George Strawley
• North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming – David Brown