Rural Library Grants
Rural library grants can be essential means of income for rural libraries as funds can be used for a variety of services. Grants may be more difficult to acquire during tough economic times, but librarians should remain diligent in searching for funding opportunities.
Other People Are Reading
-
USDA Community Facility Funding
-
This American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Funding for Rural Libraries is a grant opportunity for libraries serving communities with fewer than 20,000 residents. The USDA's Community Facilities fund has $100 millon available for rural public libraries. Funds can be used for improving existing facilities, enhancing educational opportunities, and improving economic conditions.
The Libri Foundation
-
The Libri Foundation's Books for Children program donates new hardcover children's books to needy rural libraries. The Foundation works with the library's Friends of the Library or other local organizations to match donations on a 2-to-1 ratio. A library can receive up to $1,050 worth of new hardcover children's books through the program.
-
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
-
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has been a long time supporter of libraries. In the past, it has provided extensive funding for libraries to purchase computers and interested libraries should check their website regularly for funding opportunities.
-
References
Resources
- Photo Credit OLD BOOKS image by brelsbil from Fotolia.com
