Opportunity Overview
The Children’s Literacy Foundation (CLiF) is accepting rolling applications for its Spark Grant, providing quick support for literacy activities and events for children in Vermont and New Hampshire.
Funding and Review Cycle
Applicants may receive up to $500. Applications are reviewed on the first of each month on a rolling basis until available funds are fully awarded. CLiF does not publish a final 2026 closing date, clock time, time zone, or total remaining pool. Notification is generally two weeks after application, and funded activities must be completed within three months of the award date.
Eligibility and Funding Options
Eligible applicants include community/nonprofit organizations, youth-serving programs, libraries, childcare or early-education centers, and schools in Vermont or New Hampshire serving children birth through age 12 in under-resourced or under-represented communities. At least 35% of children served must come from low-income families, at least 30 children must participate, and a coordinator must work with CLiF. Grantees may choose a CLiF author/illustrator visit, book giveaways for up to 125 students, classroom/library book purchases, or a family literacy event including presenter, food, or other literacy-related activities.
Atlas Analysis
Atlas Opportunity Score: 68/100. The Spark Grant is an accessible, currently open New Hampshire and Vermont education opportunity with rolling review, but the $500 ceiling materially limits scope. N9+ Fit: 0/100. QC Healthcare Fit: 0/100. The program is solely literacy-focused.
Immediate Next Step
Eligible New Hampshire or Vermont programs should document the community-need and participation thresholds, select one of CLiF’s allowable support options, identify the required coordinator, and submit promptly because awards continue only while funds remain.
Official source: Children’s Literacy Foundation Spark Grant page, verified September 11, 2026.