LIBRARY INNOVATION AWARD
Recognizes an individual or group for a groundbreaking initiative or program.
Eligibility Requirements:
OLC member and/or Institutional member (an individual, group or team of individuals, specific library department, and/or branch, or a public library). Program or initiative must have been implemented within the past two years.
Criteria:
1. Program or initiative is original, distinct or applied in new ways
2. Program or initiative significantly benefits employees, library patrons, library operations, or the community at-large; and
3. Program or initiative can be replicated regardless of the size of the library.
Questions?
If you have questions, please contact committee members Kaitlyn Phillips at kphillips@mrcpl.org or Cathleen Grossman at c.grossman@rrpl.org.
As a nominator, you will need to:
(1) Obtain 2-3 testimonials from:
- Library board member
- Library director
- Immediate supervisor
- Staff, community leaders, patrons
- Past employees as appropriate
- Colleagues past and present (with current employer, from former employers)
- Coalition and/or project partners
Be prepared to upload these testimonials. PDF format preferred (max. file size: 1MB). Learn how to create a PDF.
(2) Obtain a copy of your Nominee’s resume (optional), curriculum vitae (CV), or list of accomplishments. Copy and paste this information into the online form or upload the document. PDF format preferred (max. file size: 1MB). You can also provide a link to the Nominee’s online biography or LinkedIn profile page.
Nominations Deadline:
The nomination period closes on April 30, 2025.
Award Selection and Presentation
The OLC's Awards and Honors Committee will conduct a review of all nominations received. Winners will be announced in August 2025 and recipients will be recognized during the 2025 Convention and Expo in Cleveland in November.