Public Programs Office (PPO) / en Libraries Invited to Apply for the Fifth Annual Peggy Barber Tribute Grant to Support Programs Reducing Social Isolation Among Older Adults /news/2024/12/libraries-invited-apply-fifth-annual-peggy-barber-tribute-grant-support-programs <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Libraries Invited to Apply for the Fifth Annual Peggy Barber Tribute Grant to Support Programs Reducing Social Isolation Among Older Adults</span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><p>CHICAGO — The 91ý (91ý) invites library workers to apply for the fifth annual <a href="http://www.ala.org/tools/programming/PeggyBarberGrant">Peggy Barber Tribute Grant</a>, a programming grant named after the transformative 91ý leader responsible for the creation of National Library Week and the Celebrity READ series.</p> <p>The Peggy Barber Tribute Grant is an annual grant offered by 91ý’s Public Programs Office that recognizes, promotes and supports meaningful programs in libraries that have limited and/or no access to budgetary support for programming. This grant aims to help ease budget challenges by annually awarding up to three libraries $2,500 to support a proposed program, program series or programming effort.</p> <p>Applications for the award will be accepted from December 2, 2024, to February 3, 2025. <a href="http://www.ala.org/tools/programming/PeggyBarberGrant">Read the grant guidelines and apply online.</a></p> <p>Each year, the grant focuses on supporting a specific type of library programming. For the 2024 – 2025 cycle, libraries are invited to submit applications for programming related to <strong>combatting isolation for older adults.</strong></p> <p>All library types — including public, academic, K-12, tribal and special libraries — in the U.S. or U.S. territories are eligible. Applicants must have a personal or institutional membership with either the <a href="http://www.ala.org/membership/">91ý</a> OR the <a href="http://www.arsl.org/join-arsl">Association for Rural &amp; Small Libraries</a>.</p> <p><a href="/news/2024/04/three-libraries-awarded-alas-2024-peggy-barber-tribute-grant-exceptional-civic">Last year’s winners</a> of the Peggy Barber Tribute Grant were the Library System of Bradford County (New Albany, Penn.), Danbury (Conn.) Public Library and Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Libraries (Mount Pleasant, Mich.) The awarded library programs focused on civic education.</p> <p>Peggy Barber served as 91ý's associate executive director of communications from 1970 to 2000. In that role, she established 91ý’s Public Information Office, Public Programs Office and the 91ý Graphics department. After leaving 91ý, she was a principal consultant with Library Communication Strategies and served as co-president of Friends of Libraries USA, now known as United for Libraries. She passed away in August 2019.</p> <p>The 2025 Peggy Barber Tribute Grant is generously supported by The John A. Hartford Foundation, a private, nonpartisan, national philanthropy dedicated to improving the care of older adults. A leader in the field of aging and health, the Foundation has three priority areas: creating age-friendly health systems, supporting family caregivers, and improving serious illness and end-of-life care. Learn more at <a href="https://www.johnahartford.org/">www.johnahartford.org</a>.</p> <p>To stay informed about future grants and awards offered by 91ý’s Public Programs Office, sign up for the <a href="https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/americanlibraryassociation/pages/PPO_New_PL_Subscribe_Page">Programming Librarian e-newsletter</a>.</p> <p><strong>About the 91ý</strong></p> <p>The 91ý (91ý) is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, the 91ý has been the trusted voice for academic, public, school, government, and special libraries, advocating for the profession and the library’s role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. For more information, visit <a href="https://ala.org/">ala.org</a>.</p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>HARATA</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-12-02T08:30:38-06:00" title="Monday, December 2, 2024 - 08:30" class="datetime">Mon, 12/02/2024 - 08:30</time> </span> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/awards" hreflang="en">Awards</a></div> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Hannah Arata</p> <p class="mb-0">Communications Manager</p> <p class="mb-0">91ý</p> <p class="mb-0">Public Programs Office</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: harata@ala.org">harata@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> Mon, 02 Dec 2024 14:30:38 +0000 HARATA 61267 at 91ý Invites Applications for Sixth Annual Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant /news/2024/12/ala-invites-applications-sixth-annual-libraries-transform-communities-engagement-grant <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">91ý Invites Applications for Sixth Annual Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant</span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><p>CHICAGO — The 91ý (91ý) invites library workers to apply for the <a href="http://www.ala.org/tools/programming/LTCEG">Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant</a> (LTCEG), an annual award supporting innovative and meaningful community engagement efforts in libraries.</p> <p>Applications will be accepted between December 2, 2024, and February 3, 2025. View the full award guidelines and apply online at <a href="http://www.ala.org/LTCEG">www.ala.org/LTCEG</a>.</p> <p>Now in its sixth year, the Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant recognizes, promotes, and supports innovative and meaningful community engagement efforts in libraries. It will provide two $2,000 grants to expand the community engagement efforts of a school, public, academic, tribal or special library.</p> <p>Libraries are invited to apply by designing and outlining activities for a library-led community engagement project. Community engagement is the process of working collaboratively with community members – be they library patrons, residents, faculty, students, or local organizations – to address issues for the betterment of the community.</p> <p>Each year, LTCEG supports a community engagement project with a specific theme. For the 2024–2025 cycle, libraries are invited to submit applications for a community engagement project focusing on<strong> building neighborhood connections. </strong>Libraries should collaborate with community members and at least one partner organization to develop a project that addresses a local issue and builds upon community assets.</p> <p>Some examples of proposals could include a project that brings people together to discuss community tools such as “how to start a block party,” a program that collaborates with a local partner to host heritage or multicultural events, or a project that develops community identity by exploring local history through archives.</p> <p>Visit the <a href="http://www.ala.org/tools/programming/LTCEG/guidelines">grant guidelines</a> for more information.</p> <p><a href="/news/2024/04/hoboken-nj-public-library-and-independence-ks-public-library-awarded-alas-libraries">Last year’s grant</a> was won by the Hoboken (NJ) Public Library and Independence (KS) Public Library to support the libraries’ efforts in community empowerment. Their initiatives aim to promote food security and address homelessness within their communities.</p> <p>91ý announced the creation of the Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant in 2019, an initiative made possible by a matching grant and ongoing support from former 91ý president and longtime generous supporter Nancy Kranich.</p> <p>The Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant is part of <a href="http://www.ala.org/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities">Libraries Transforming Communities</a> (LTC), 91ý’s community engagement initiative. Since 2014, LTC has reimagined the role libraries play in supporting communities. Libraries of all types, from across the country, have utilized the free dialogue and deliberation training and resources to lead community and campus forums; take part in anti-violence activities; provide a safe space for residents to come together to discuss challenging topics; and have productive conversations with civic leaders, library trustees and staff.</p> <p>LTC is administered by 91ý’s Public Programs Office. To stay informed about future grants and awards offered by 91ý’s Public Programs Office, sign up for the <a href="https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/americanlibraryassociation/pages/PPO_New_PL_Subscribe_Page">Programming Librarian e-newsletter</a>.</p> <p><strong>About the 91ý</strong></p> <p>The 91ý (91ý) is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, the 91ý has been the trusted voice for academic, public, school, government, and special libraries, advocating for the profession and the library’s role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. For more information, visit <a href="https://ala.org/">ala.org</a>.</p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>HARATA</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-12-02T08:26:52-06:00" title="Monday, December 2, 2024 - 08:26" class="datetime">Mon, 12/02/2024 - 08:26</time> </span> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/awards" hreflang="en">Awards</a></div> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Hannah Arata</p> <p class="mb-0">Communications Manager</p> <p class="mb-0">91ý</p> <p class="mb-0">Public Programs Office</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: harata@ala.org">harata@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> Mon, 02 Dec 2024 14:26:52 +0000 HARATA 61266 at With funding from the Ford Foundation, 91ý announces Community Catalysts: Libraries as Leaders in Bridging Divides Project /news/2024/10/funding-ford-foundation-ala-announces-community-catalysts-libraries-leaders-bridging <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">With funding from the Ford Foundation, 91ý announces Community Catalysts: Libraries as Leaders in Bridging Divides Project</span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><p>CHICAGO — The 91ý (91ý), with $200,000 in support from the Ford Foundation, announces its latest initiative <a href="/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/bridgingdivides">Libraries Transforming Communities (LTC): Community Catalysts: Libraries as Leaders in Bridging Divides.</a></p> <p>Building on the success of Libraries Transforming Communities, which launched in 2014 and has provided millions in funding to support community-focused projects nationwide, the Community Catalysts project continues 91ý’s commitment to empowering library workers. LTC has played a pivotal role in equipping libraries with the tools to engage communities meaningfully, and this new project aims to take it even further.</p> <p>Community Catalysts seeks to strengthen community cohesion, promote civic engagement, and enhance critical thinking skills, positioning libraries as vital spaces for constructive dialogue and inclusion. As part of the project, 91ý will offer a free e-course and comprehensive guide to help library workers lead community conversations on polarizing issues with the goal of bridging divides in their communities. The resources will be freely available to library workers by December 2025.</p> <p>This project was made possible by the Ford Foundation.<em> </em>The Ford Foundation is an independent organization working to address inequality and build a future grounded in justice. For more than 85 years, it has supported visionaries on the frontlines of social change worldwide, guided by its mission to strengthen democratic values, reduce poverty and injustice, promote international cooperation, and advance human achievement. Today, with an endowment of $16 billion, the foundation has headquarters in New York and 10 regional offices across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East.</p> <p><strong>About the 91ý Public Programs Office</strong></p> <p>The 91ý (91ý) Public Programs Office empowers libraries to create vibrant hubs of learning, conversation, and connection in communities of all types. Learn more at <a href="http://www.ala.org/ppo">www.ala.org/ppo</a>.</p> <p><strong>About the 91ý</strong></p> <p>The 91ý (91ý) is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, the 91ý has been the trusted voice for academic, public, school, government, and special libraries, advocating for the profession and the library’s role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. For more information, visit ala.org. </p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>HARATA</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-10-28T14:21:35-05:00" title="Monday, October 28, 2024 - 14:21" class="datetime">Mon, 10/28/2024 - 14:21</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Hannah Arata</p> <p class="mb-0">Communications Manager</p> <p class="mb-0">91ý </p> <p class="mb-0">Public Programs Office</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: harata@ala.org">harata@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> Mon, 28 Oct 2024 19:21:35 +0000 HARATA 61106 at Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities Peer Reviewer /tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access/peerreview <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities Peer Reviewer</span> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>KMCGOURTY</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-10-25T10:19:18-05:00" title="Friday, October 25, 2024 - 10:19" class="datetime">Fri, 10/25/2024 - 10:19</time> </span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><h2><img src="/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image/public/2024-05/221004-ppo-ltc-feature-slide-ACCESSIBLE-W-GRAPHIC-2-no-dates.png?itok=MjfPZwV9" alt="ktc"></h2> <h2>Peer Reviewer Opportunity for LTC Access 3</h2> <p>A crucial part of every grant opportunity in the Public Programs Office (PPO) is the peer review process. Every application is reviewed by external reviewers, peers in the library field, and scored on an evaluation rubric to aid in the selection process. Now is your chance to apply to be one of the peer reviewers for the third round of <em>Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities</em>. </p> <p>Peer reviewers will receive an honorarium of $150 for their work and can expect to review approximately 25 applications.</p> <p> </p> <h3>Timeline:</h3> <p>Application opens: Friday, November 1, 2024</p> <p>Application due: Friday, November 8, 2024 at 11:59pm CT</p> <p>Review Period: January 16 through January 30, 2025</p> <p> </p> <h3>Eligibility Requirements for Peer Reviewers:</h3> <ul> <li>Current 91ý or ARSL members</li> <li>Library not submitting an application for Round 3 of LTC Access</li> <li>Able to complete approximately 25 reviews between January 16 and January 30, 2025</li> </ul> <p> </p> <h3>Application:</h3> <p>Submit applications on <a href="https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=AM91ý">91ý Apply</a> starting November 1. </p> <p>Ensure you are in the Applicant Role after logging in. Once on the Applicant Dashboard, click "Apply" and search for a process titled "PPO LTC ACCESS 3 Peer Reviewer Application (2024)".</p> <p class="text-align-center"><a class="primary-button read-more" href="https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=AM91ý">Apply Here</a></p> <p>If you encounter problems interacting with our online application platform due to difficulties with assistive technologies, please contact <a href="mailto:publicprograms@ala.org">publicprograms@ala.org</a> or call 312.280.5045. Please also include information about the nature of your accessibility barrier so we can best provide support.</p> <p>Respondents will be notified prior to the review window if they are selected and will receive application review instructions, along with a link to access the online applications assigned to them. </p> </body> </html></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/ala-units/public-programs-office" hreflang="en">Public Programs Office (PPO)</a></div> Fri, 25 Oct 2024 15:19:18 +0000 KMCGOURTY 61102 at Denise Davis Appointed 91ý Senior Fellow for Research and Data /news/2024/10/denise-davis-appointed-ala-senior-fellow-research-and-data <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Denise Davis Appointed 91ý Senior Fellow for Research and Data</span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><div> <p>The 91ý (91ý) has appointed Denise Davis as a Senior Fellow in 91ý’s Department on Institutional Advancement, Programs, and Partnerships and in its Public Policy and Advocacy Office.</p> </div> <div> <p>Davis will provide advice on the re-establishment of a research and data function for 91ý. Enabled by generous grant funding from the Mellon Foundation, 91ý is developing a plan and strategy for research and data for the Association as a whole, with subsequent recruitment of a staffer to lead this function. </p> </div> <div> <p>“A number of 91ý units engage in research and data activities that benefit the library field,” said 91ý President Cindy Hohl. “However, both the library community and 91ý need a holistic resource and leader for research and data efforts—for all library types, all 91ý units, and in partnership beyond the library community. Thus, an 91ý-level entity for research and data is a strategic need.”</p> </div> <div> <p>Denise Davis has extensive experience in library research and data, especially from her tenure as the director of 91ý’s former Office for Research and Statistics, and as director of Statistics and Surveys for the National Commission on Libraries and Information Science (now part of the Institute of Museum and Library Services). Davis has numerous articles published related to research and data in Public Libraries, Public Library Quarterly, and other outlets. </p> </div> <div> <p>“I’m overjoyed to have Denise Davis advising us on the re-establishment of an 91ý-wide research and data function,” said Alan Inouye, 91ý’s interim chief advancement officer and interim associate executive director for Public Policy and Advocacy. “She will work with 91ý Senior Fellow Marjory Blumental to collaborate with the 91ý staff in formulating the strategy to launch an essential function that the primary association in a sector should have.”</p> <p>###</p> </div> <div> <p><em>About The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation</em></p> </div> <div> <p>The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation is the nation’s largest supporter of the arts and humanities. Since 1969, the Foundation has been guided by its core belief that the humanities and arts are essential to human understanding. The Foundation believes that the arts and humanities are where we express our complex humanity, and that everyone deserves the beauty, transcendence, and freedom that can be found there. Through our grants, we seek to build just communities enriched by meaning and empowered by critical thinking, where ideas and imagination can thrive. Learn more at <a href="https://mellon.org/">mellon.org</a>. </p> </div> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>IWARE</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-10-24T14:26:50-05:00" title="Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 14:26" class="datetime">Thu, 10/24/2024 - 14:26</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Shawnda Hines</p> <p class="mb-0">Deputy Director, Communications</p> <p class="mb-0">91ý</p> <p class="mb-0">Public Policy &amp; Advocacy Office</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: shines@alawash.org">shines@alawash.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-header-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="max-w-full lg:max-w-940 mx-auto text-center mt-12"> <div class="inline-block relative"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image/public/2024-10/Denise%20Davis%20headshot.jpg?itok=hsCQuptU" alt="Picture" of denise davis height="2934" width="2934" class="max-w-full max-h-[540px] w-auto m-auto"> </div> </div> </div> </div> Thu, 24 Oct 2024 19:26:50 +0000 IWARE 61099 at Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities /grants/libraries-transforming-communities-accessible-small-and-rural-communities <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities</span> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>HARATA</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-09-24T14:18:53-05:00" title="Tuesday, September 24, 2024 - 14:18" class="datetime">Tue, 09/24/2024 - 14:18</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-name field--type-string field--label-above"> <div class="field__label">Name Sort</div> <div class="field__item">Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities</div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-opportunity-type field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field__label">Opportunity Type</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/award-type/grnt" hreflang="en">Grants</a></div> </div> <a href="/taxonomy/term/788" hreflang="en">Programs</a><a class="btn-white" href="/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access" title="External Link">Apply by December 11, 2024</a> <div class="field field--name-field-history-description field--type-text-long field--label-above"> <h2 class="field__label">About</h2> <div class="field__item text-[1.125em]"> <html><body><p>Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities will offer more than $7 million in grants to small and rural libraries to increase the accessibility of facilities, services, and programs to better serve people with disabilities.</p> <p>91ý will award four rounds of grants to be distributed over the next four years ranging from $10,000 to $20,000.</p> <p><strong>To be eligible, a library must have a legal area population of 25,000 or less and be located at least five miles from an urbanized area, in keeping with the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) definitions of small and rural libraries.</strong></p> <p>Participating libraries will first conduct community input-gathering sessions to assure that their work aligns with local needs. Libraries will be required to identify the primary audience they are hoping to reach (e.g., homebound seniors, children with autism, Deaf community members) and facilitate a community conversation with the impacted populations in order to guide the improvement of the library’s services. Grantees would then use the funds to create services or improve their facilities based on the needs identified by their audience.</p> </body> </html></div> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image paragraph--view-mode--opportunity-media"> <div class="max-w-full lg:max-w-940 mb-[3.625rem]"> <div class="inline-block relative"> </div> </div> </div> Other <div class="field field--name-field-deadline-application field--type-datetime field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Next Deadline</div> <div class="field__item"><time datetime="2024-12-11T06:00:00Z" class="datetime">December 11, 2024</time> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-eligibility field--type-text-long field--label-above"> <div class="field__label">Eligibility</div> <div class="field__item"> <html><body><ul> <li>The opportunity is open to all types of libraries serving small and rural communities in the U.S. and U.S. territories. <a href="/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access/faq">Please read our FAQ for further information.</a> <ul> <li>The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) defines libraries serving small and rural communities as those located in an area that’s more than, or equal to, five miles from an urbanized area and with a population of 25,000 or less.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Only complete and eligible applications that are received on time will be reviewed.</li> <li>Previous Round 1 and 2 awardees are eligible to apply. Note that prioritization will be given to applicants not previously awarded. <ul> <li>Please note that reviewers will not receive your previous round applications.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </body> </html></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-types-of-libraries field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Type of Library/Librarian</div> <div class="field__items"> <ul class="flex flex-row"> <li class="field__item mr-[1rem]"><a href="/taxonomy/term/838" hreflang="en">Academic Library</a></li> <li class="field__item mr-[1rem]"><a href="/taxonomy/term/839" hreflang="en">Public Library</a></li> <li class="field__item mr-[1rem]"><a href="/taxonomy/term/843" hreflang="en">Rural Library</a></li> <li class="field__item mr-[1rem]"><a href="/taxonomy/term/840" hreflang="en">School Library</a></li> <li class="field__item mr-[1rem]"><a href="/taxonomy/term/841" hreflang="en">Special Library</a></li> <li class="field__item mr-[1rem]"><a href="/taxonomy/term/844" hreflang="en">Tribal Library</a></li> </ul> </div> </div> <a class="btn-white" href="https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=AM91ý" title="Application Link">Direct link to application </a> <div class="field field--name-field-faq field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="accordion breakout pt-12 lg:py-20"> <div class="accordion__content px-5 lg:px-0 mx-auto"> <div class="accordion__items border-t"> <div class="accordion-item border-b"> <h3 class="accordion-item__heading text-xl lg:text-2xl my-0"> <button id="accordion-item-trigger-82051" class="accordion-item__trigger items-center m-0 text-left text-xl py-5 w-full items-center" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-item-82051"> </button> </h3> <div id="accordion-item-82051" class="accordion-item__body hidden pb-9 text-base lg:text-xl" role="region" aria-labelledby="accordion-item-trigger-82051"> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-obligation field--type-text-long field--label-inline"> <div class="field__label">Obligation</div> <div class="field__item"> <html><body><p>All libraries awarded an LTC grant will be required to:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Designate one staff member as the project director </strong>(local coordinator). This person will commit to completing all virtual trainings (approximately 4 - 6 hours) before implementing the proposed project.</li> <li><strong>Share information about the library’s project</strong>, as appropriate, with area elected officials and community leaders.</li> <li><strong>Host a minimum of one community conversation </strong>using skills learned from the virtual trainings. Conversation must <ul> <li>Take place between May 1, 2025 and April 30, 2026.</li> <li>Include the primary audience identified in the library’s proposal.</li> <li>Focus on discussing accessibility in the community and library in order to collaboratively identify existing resources, needs, and priorities.</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Use findings/outcomes from the community conversation to refine project plans</strong> and submit updated plans to 91ý.</li> <li><strong>Share information about next steps </strong>from the conversation with the primary audience and invite their feedback on the project plans.</li> <li><strong>Participate in the project evaluation and reporting</strong> by responding to requests from the independent project evaluators and completing any requested reports. This may include responding to surveys, participating in phone interviews, and/or hosting site visits.</li> <li><strong>Spend the grant funds </strong>by April 30, 2026.</li> <li><strong>Submit a final report</strong> to 91ý by June 20, 2026.</li> </ul> </body> </html></div> </div> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-notification field--type-text-long field--label-inline"> <div class="field__label">Notification</div> <div class="field__item"> <html><body><ul> <li><strong>Application deadline: </strong>December 11, 2024, by 11:59 pm (CT)</li> <li><strong>Award notification</strong>: March 3, 2025</li> <li><strong>Grant implementation period:</strong> May 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026</li> <li><strong>Final report due</strong>: June 30, 2026</li> </ul> </body> </html></div> </div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><div id="taxonomy-term-493" class="taxonomy-term 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flex flex-col gap-4 font-bitter my-8 bg-white relative lg:min-h-[435px] swiper-slide"> <div class="card__image full-width-image mb-4"> <a href="/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access" aria-label="view more"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/card_image_700x372/public/2024-04/LTC%20Access%20Logo_3x%20info%20card%20II.png.webp?itok=3ARpGu9a" width="700" height="372" alt="Text that reads Libraries Transforming Communities" class="image-style-card-image-700x372"> </a> </div> <div class="card__content flex flex-col gap-4 lg:gap-5 px-[29px] lg:px-10 lg:pb-[14px]"> <div class="card__content_title flex-1 text-mainBlack font-medium text-3xl border-l-4 border-secondaryColor px-[14px] px-4"> <a class="text-mainBlack" href="/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access">Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities</a> </div> <div class="card__content_body font-urw md:min-h-[6rem]"> <html><body><p>Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities will offer more than $7 million in grants to small and rural libraries to increase the accessibility of facilities, services, and programs to better serve people with disabilities.</p> </body> </html></div> </div> <div class="card__footer flex items-center justify-between mt-auto w-full"> <div class="card__footer_link bg-secondaryColor flex justify-center items-center ml-auto"> <a class="flex h-[60px] w-[60px] justify-center items-center" href="/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access" aria-label="read more"> <img class="w-[10px] h-[14px] max-w-[10px]" src="/themes/custom/ala/assets/images/icons/button-arrow-right.png" alt="arrow right" aria-hidden="true"> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <html><body><p>Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities will offer more than $7 million in grants to small and rural libraries to increase the accessibility of facilities, services, and programs to better serve people with disabilities.</p> <p> </p> </body> <div class="field field--name-field-additional-administering field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--additional-administering-orgs paragraph--view-mode--list-item"> <div class="text-center additional-org-link font-urw my-8 font-bold text-lg"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--additional-administering-orgs paragraph--view-mode--list-item"> <div class="text-center additional-org-link font-urw my-8 font-bold text-lg"> </div> </div> </div> </div> </html> Tue, 24 Sep 2024 19:18:53 +0000 HARATA 61016 at 91ý invites applicants for $3.5 million in grants as part of third round of Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities /news/2024/09/ala-invites-applicants-35-million-grants-part-third-round-libraries-transforming <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">91ý invites applicants for $3.5 million in grants as part of third round of Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities</span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><p>CHICAGO — The 91ý (91ý) invites applications from small and rural libraries for the third round of funding of the<a href="/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access"><strong> Libraries Transforming Communities (LTC): Accessible Small and Rural Communities </strong></a>grant. The initiative will offer 3.5 million in grants to small and rural libraries to increase the accessibility of facilities, services and programs to better serve people with disabilities.</p> <p>In February 2024, <a href="/news/2024/02/american-library-associations-libraries-transforming-communities-initiative">91ý announced it received an additional $10 million dollars</a> in support of the LTC: Accessible Small and Rural Communities initiative. A substantial portion of the funding – $7 million – will be distributed in grants of $10,000 and $20,000 to small and rural libraries.</p> <p>Library workers may now apply online for funding<strong> from September 11, 2024, to December 11, 2024</strong>, at <a href="/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access">ala.org/LTCAccess</a>. Up to 300 libraries will be awarded in this application period. Previous awardees from round one and/or two are eligible to apply. Note that prioritization will be given to applicants not previously awarded.</p> <p>Interested applicants can <a href="https://programminglibrarian.org/learn/pre-application-webinar-round-3-libraries-transforming-communities-accessible-small-and-rural">register for a pre-application webinar</a> on October 10, 2024 at 12:00 pm CST.</p> <p>In March 2024, <a href="/news/member-news/2023/05/ala-announces-240-recipients-library-accessibility-funding-small-and-rural">91ý announced</a> 310 libraries selected for round two funding, bringing the total number of funded libraries to 465, representing 46 U.S. states and the Northern Mariana Islands. <a href="/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access/libraries">View the full list of grantees awarded.</a></p> <p>Libraries selected for round three will receive $10,000 or $20,000 to support costs related to their community engagement project; virtual training to assist project directors in developing their community engagement, facilitation, and disability service skills; a suite of online resources developed to support local programs; and technical and project support from the 91ý Public Programs Office throughout the grant term.</p> <p>Libraries chosen to participate in LTC: Accessible Small and Rural Communities will first conduct community input-gathering sessions to assure that their work aligns with local disability community needs. Libraries will be required to identify the primary audience they are hoping to reach (e.g., older adults with mobility disabilities, children with autism, Deaf community members) and facilitate a community conversation with the impacted patron group to guide improvement of the library’s services. Grantees will then use the grant funds to create services or improve their facilities based on the needs identified by their audience.</p> <p>Applicants are advised to review <a href="/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access/guidelines">the full project guidelines</a> and look through <a href="/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access/appresources">application resources</a> including successful application examples from previous rounds.</p> <p>The opportunity is open to libraries serving small and rural communities in the U.S. and U.S. territories. To be eligible, a library must be located in an area that’s more than, or equal to, five miles from an urbanized area and with a population of 25,000 or less, in keeping with Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) definitions of small and rural libraries.</p> <p>Since 2014, 91ý has distributed Libraries Transforming Communities funding to foster community engagement skills among library workers and support need-driven projects. Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities is part of 91ý’s longtime commitment to preparing library workers for the expanding role of libraries. The initiative is offered in partnership with the Association for Rural &amp; Small Libraries (ARSL). It is supported by a private donor.</p> <p><strong>About the 91ý</strong></p> <p>The 91ý (91ý) is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, the 91ý has been the trusted voice for academic, public, school, government and special libraries, advocating for the profession and the library’s role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.ala.org">www.ala.org</a>.</p> <p><strong>About the 91ý Public Programs Office</strong></p> <p>The 91ý Public Programs Office empowers libraries to create vibrant hubs of learning, conversation and connection in communities of all types. Learn more at <a href="http://www.ala.org/ppo">www.ala.org/ppo</a>.</p> <p><strong>About the Office for Diversity, Literacy and Outreach Services</strong></p> <p>The 91ý Office for Diversity, Literacy and Outreach Services supports library and information science workers in creating responsible and all-inclusive spaces that serve and represent the entire community. Learn more at <a href="http://www.ala.org/aboutala/offices/diversity">www.ala.org/aboutala/offices/diversity</a>.</p> <p><strong>About the Association for Rural &amp; Small Libraries</strong></p> <p>ARSL builds strong communities through advocacy, professional development, and elevating the impact of rural and small libraries. As the premier organization representing rural and small libraries, ARSL recognizes the uniqueness of this constituency and is committed to providing an environment that encourages service excellence within our community of practice.</p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>HARATA</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-09-17T09:29:07-05:00" title="Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - 09:29" class="datetime">Tue, 09/17/2024 - 09:29</time> </span> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/awards" hreflang="en">Awards</a></div> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Hannah Arata</p> <p class="mb-0">Communications Manager</p> <p class="mb-0">91ý</p> <p class="mb-0">Public Programs Office</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: harata@ala.org">harata@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-header-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="max-w-full lg:max-w-940 mx-auto text-center mt-12"> <div class="inline-block relative"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image/public/2024-04/LTC%20Access%20Logo_0.png?itok=K2-KbZcj" alt="Logo" with text that reads libraries transforming communities height="545" width="1200" class="max-w-full max-h-[540px] w-auto m-auto"> </div> </div> </div> </div> Tue, 17 Sep 2024 14:29:07 +0000 HARATA 60968 at 91ý Releases Free “Partnering for Stronger Programming: A Toolkit for Libraries” /news/2024/06/ala-releases-free-partnering-stronger-programming-toolkit-libraries <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">91ý Releases Free “Partnering for Stronger Programming: A Toolkit for Libraries”</span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><p>CHICAGO – Libraries do their best work when they work with partners. The 91ý (91ý) today announced the “<a href="https://nilppa.org/resources/toolkit/">Partnering for Stronger Programming: A Toolkit for Libraries</a>”, a free resource created to help library workers consider the big-picture goals of library programming and determine ways to begin and sustain impactful partnerships. </p> <p>The toolkit provides five tools for library workers with actionable steps to help partnerships grow sustainably, meet goals, expand organizational capacity, thoughtfully engage with partner audiences and more.</p> <p>The five different tools can be used individually or in combination:</p> <ul> <li>Tool 1: Determining Goals: Why Do We Work Together?</li> <li>Tool 2: Determining Partnership Focus Areas: What Work Can We Do Together?</li> <li>Tool 3: Determining Contributions: What Do We Each Bring to the Table?</li> <li>Tool 4: Determining Partner Interactions: How Do We Work Together?</li> <li>Tool 5: Determining Strengths and Weaknesses: What Does a Successful Partnership Look Like?</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://nilppa.org/resources/toolkit/">Get the toolkit here.</a></p> <p>The 91ý Public Programs Office will collect use cases from libraries that have utilized the toolkit. If your library uses all or part of the toolkit, we invite you to email <a href="mailto:publicprograms@ala.org">publicprograms@ala.org</a>.</p> <p>“Partnering for Stronger Programming: A Toolkit for Libraries” is an output of Phase 2 of the<a href="https://nilppa.org/"> National Impact of Library Public Programs Assessment</a> (NILPPA). In 2021, 91ý received additional funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to help equip libraries with information and tools to help them successfully fulfill their roles as civic and cultural hubs.</p> <p>Through NILPPA, 91ý and <a href="https://knology.org/">Knology</a>, a social science research nonprofit, are working to document the characteristics, audiences, outcomes, and value of U.S. library public programming.<a href="https://nilppa.org/"> Learn more about NILPPA and its resources. </a></p> <p>This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through grants LG-250153-OLS-21, LG-96-17-0048-17 and LG-62-13-0210-13, and by funding from the<a href="/aboutala/offices/ppo/ccf/culturalcommunities"> 91ý Cultural Communities Fund.</a></p> <p><strong>About the 91ý Public Programs Office</strong></p> <p>The 91ý (91ý) Public Programs Office empowers libraries to create vibrant hubs of learning, conversation, and connection in communities of all types. Learn more at <a href="http://www.ala.org/ppo">www.ala.org/ppo.</a></p> <p><strong>About the 91ý</strong></p> <p>The 91ý (91ý) is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, the 91ý has been the trusted voice for academic, public, school, government, and special libraries, advocating for the profession and the library’s role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. For more information, visit <a href="ala.org">ala.org.</a></p> <p><strong>About Knology</strong></p> <p>Knology is a non-profit research organization with a mission of practical social science for a better world. Knology’s approach to research is not just theoretical—we work alongside highly networked, national organizations (including media creators, libraries, museums, game developers, and community groups) to simultaneously study and solve real world challenges in real time. Through research, evaluation, convenings, and capacity building workshops, our transdisciplinary team of over 20 social scientists, writers, and educators helps professionals improve their ability to facilitate understanding and advance public conversation. Our work yields new and refined practices partners can use to deepen their social impacts and build more inclusive, informed, and cooperative societies that thrive together with the natural systems on which we all depend.</p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>HARATA</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-06-17T10:31:11-05:00" title="Monday, June 17, 2024 - 10:31" class="datetime">Mon, 06/17/2024 - 10:31</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Hannah Arata</p> <p class="mb-0">Communications Specialist</p> <p class="mb-0">91ý</p> <p class="mb-0">Public Programs Office</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: harata@ala.org">harata@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-header-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="max-w-full lg:max-w-940 mx-auto text-center mt-12"> <div class="inline-block relative"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image/public/2024-06/Partnering_for_Stronger_Programming-A_Toolkit_For_Libraries-768x994.png?itok=EZx63kal" alt="Partnering" for stronger programming height="994" width="768" class="max-w-full max-h-[540px] w-auto m-auto"> </div> </div> </div> </div> Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:31:11 +0000 HARATA 60663 at Tom C. Clark High School Awarded 91ý’s 2024 Jaffarian Award for Freedom Walk Program /news/2024/06/tom-c-clark-high-school-awarded-alas-2024-jaffarian-award-freedom-walk-program <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Tom C. Clark High School Awarded 91ý’s 2024 Jaffarian Award for Freedom Walk Program</span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><p>CHICAGO — The 91ý (91ý) has awarded its 2024 <a href="http://www.ala.org/tools/programming/jaffarianaward">Sara Jaffarian School Library Program</a> Award to Tom C. Clark High School in San Antonio, Texas for its Freedom Walk program.</p> <p>The $5,000 Jaffarian Award, supported by 91ý’s <a href="/aboutala/offices/ppo/ccf/culturalcommunities">Cultural Communities Fund</a>, recognizes excellence in humanities programming in school libraries that serve grades K-12.</p> <p>Selected from a competitive group of proposals, Tom C. Clark High School is the first high school to win the Jaffarian Award. This year, the Jaffarian Award included school libraries serving 9-12. Previously, only school libraries serving K-8 were eligible. </p> <p>In the face of legislative threats and scrutiny against public school libraries and access to resources, Clark High School’s winning program centered on the freedom to read and engaged the community to understand the fundamental rights of students to access a diverse range of information and literature in their school library. </p> <p>In 2023, Clark High School librarian, Lucy Podmore, redesigned the school’s traditional observance of Banned Books Week into a Freedom to Read Week, introducing the Freedom Walk, an all-encompassing event for students.</p> <p>Collaborating with social studies teachers to align with curriculum, the Freedom Walk occurred during student lunch periods and comprised of five stations centered around various censorship issues: 1st Amendment rights, censorship terms, school district collection development and reconsideration policies, books as windows and mirrors, and voter registration/education. The interactive stations gave nearly 500 students the opportunity to reflect and learn about their own experiences with censorship through games and introspective prompts.</p> <p>“The Freedom Walk stands as a vibrant example of how interactive and thoughtful programming can ignite engagement with critical societal issues among young people,” said Podmore. “The Freedom Walk is more than just an event; it's a catalyst for change, inspiring students to take an active role in their communities and in the broader democratic process.”</p> <p>This year’s Jaffarian Award Committee was chaired by Anita Cellucci, library teacher, Westborough (Mass.) High School; Anne Link, K-5 media specialist, Bristol Elementary School, Webster Groves, Mo.; Carla Larsen, retired elementary school media specialist, South Washington County Schools Cottage Gove, Minn.; and Joe Zappitello, director, Harbor-Topky Public Library, Ashtabula, Ohio. </p> <p>“The Award Committee was impressed by the emphasis on civil dialogue and the lasting student interest in the topics beyond the day of the event,” said Cellucci. “The level of collaboration with the community and the focus on censorship and advocacy made this a standout and relevant school program.” </p> <p>The Jaffarian Award is administered by 91ý’s Public Programs Office in cooperation with the American Association of School Librarians (AASL).</p> <p>Applications for the 2025 award will open in February 2025. Application information, award guidelines and a list of previous winners are available at <a href="/tools/programming/jaffarianaward">www.ala.org/jaffarian</a>. </p> <p>To stay up to date on award and grant offerings from 91ý’s Public Programs Office, <a href="https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/americanlibraryassociation/pages/PPO_New_PL_Subscribe_Page">sign up for 91ý’s Programming Librarian newsletter. </a></p> <p><strong>About the 91ý Public Programs Office</strong></p> <p>The 91ý Public Programs Office empowers libraries to create vibrant hubs of learning, conversation and connection in communities of all types. Learn more at <a href="http://www.ala.org/ppo">www.ala.org/ppo</a>. </p> <p><strong>About the American Association of School Librarians</strong></p> <p>The American Association of School Librarians, <a href="http://www.aasl.org/">www.aasl.org</a>, a division of the 91ý (91ý), empowers leaders to transform teaching and learning. </p> <p><strong>About the 91ý</strong></p> <p> The 91ý (91ý) is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, the 91ý has been the trusted voice for academic, public, school, government, and special libraries, advocating for the profession and the library’s role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. For more information, visit<a href="/"> ala.org</a>.</p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>HARATA</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-06-03T08:20:37-05:00" title="Monday, June 3, 2024 - 08:20" class="datetime">Mon, 06/03/2024 - 08:20</time> </span> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/awards" hreflang="en">Awards</a></div> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Hannah Arata</p> <p class="mb-0">Communications Specialist</p> <p class="mb-0">91ý</p> <p class="mb-0">Public Programs Office</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: harata@ala.org">harata@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> Mon, 03 Jun 2024 13:20:37 +0000 HARATA 60555 at Grant Support Materials /tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access/supportsite <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Grant Support Materials</span> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>KMCGOURTY</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-05-01T14:42:24-05:00" title="Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - 14:42" class="datetime">Wed, 05/01/2024 - 14:42</time> </span> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--section paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="layout layout--onecol"> <div class="layout__region layout__region--content"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="max-w-full lg:max-w-940 mx-auto text-center mt-12"> <div class="inline-block relative"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image/public/2024-05/221004-ppo-ltc-feature-slide-ACCESSIBLE-W-GRAPHIC-2-no-dates_2.png?itok=gw9Wst-3" alt="Banner" for an american library association initiative titled transforming focusing on grant opportunities small and rural featuring relevant disability icons the website link ala.org ltcaccess. height="447" width="1200" class="max-w-full max-h-[540px] w-auto m-auto"> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--section paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="layout layout--onecol"> <div class="layout__region layout__region--content"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="xl:max-w-[940px] mx-auto my-[3.75rem] xl:my-[3.125rem] px-5 xl:px-0 text-formatted"> <h2 class="mb-[1.875rem]"></h2> <html><body><h2><strong>Libraries Transforming Communities (LTC): Accessible Small and Rural Communities </strong></h2> <p>The following pages contain information and resources that you will need during your grant period. See the table of contents below.</p> <ol> <li><a href="/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access/supportsite/general"><strong>General Information</strong></a> <ul> <li>Your 91ý Contacts</li> <li>Important Dates</li> <li>Online Platforms You Will Use During This Grant</li> <li>Webinars</li> <li>Required Reporting</li> <li>Spending Grant Funds</li> </ul> </li> <li><a href="/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access/supportsite/conversations"><strong>Conversation and Project Resources</strong></a> <ul> <li>Facilitation eCourse and Guide</li> <li>Serving Patrons with Disabilities: Practitioner's Guide</li> </ul> </li> <li><a href="/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access/supportsite/publicity"><strong>Communicating About Your Grant</strong></a> <ul> <li>Communications training videos</li> <li>Ready-Made Templates/Graphics</li> <li>Creating Your Own Communications</li> <li>Accessibility in Communications</li> </ul> </li> <li><a href="/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communities/access/supportsite/additional"><strong>Additional Resources</strong></a> <ul> <li>Community Conversation Resources</li> <li>Programming Librarian Resources</li> <li>Accessibility Resources</li> </ul> </li> </ol> </body> </html></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Wed, 01 May 2024 19:42:24 +0000 KMCGOURTY 60330 at