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Friends of the National Libraries Grants scheme helps regional, national and specialist libraries, archives and museums acquire books, manuscripts and archives that they could not otherwise afford.

You can apply for a grant towards the purchase of rare printed books; manuscripts; archives of historical, literary, artistic, architectural, musical or other interest; and also fine bindings.

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Geographical areas funded: UK

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Grant

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Capital

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Who can apply

The National Libraries and the libraries of national museums; record offices and archives services; university and specialist libraries; any museum, gallery or collecting institution to which the public has reasonable access and which, in the opinion of the Trustees, constitutes a proper repository for the proposed acquisition.

When to apply

Applications should be received by 1 March, 1 June or 1 November.

Urgent applications (in the case of a looming auction deadline for example) can be considered at any time.

Next deadline: 1 Mar 2025

How to apply

Complete the online form via the Fund website.

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Activites funded: Arts and culture

Beneficiaries funded: General public

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