This scholarship awards $3,000 annually to U.S. or Canadian citizens or permanent residents pursuing a Master of Library Science degree specializing in youth services within an ALA-accredited program. It honors Mary V. Gaver, a notable figure in library youth services. Applications are submitted through the ALA Scholarship Program's online portal.
Applicants must be U.S. or Canadian citizens or permanent residents enrolled in an ALA-accredited MLS program specializing in youth services.