Someone searched and found this blog with terms “funding for conferences”.

Let’s face it. Conferences are expensive. But we’re continually encouraged to attend them. So how do you do it if you’re a student or someone on a tight budget.

Grants! Lots of state organizations actually do have some grant funds that they give to people attending conferences. Of course, there are some restrictions, like you might need to be presenting or maybe you’re a first time attendee. But it’s always worth checking out.

If you’re in academia, check with your school to find out if they offer any travel awards. My university does offer some travel compensation in the form of “grant” funds if you are going to conferences to present. There might be some other options that I’m not sure of, but you can bet I’ll be checking it out!

Scholarships! Some conferences do offer scholarships to certain groups of attendees. Library associations also might have some options in this area as well. I encourage you to look into it.

And consider finding a roommate for when you’re there. Sure it can be tough to share with a complete stranger, but you might make a good friend. And if you’re like me, you don’t spend much time in your room anyway, so you might as well split the cost with someone.

Don’t let lack of money keep you from trying to mix and mingle with other library folk. There are some options worth trying for.