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The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) invites libraries in small and rural communities to apply for grant funding to help them address issues of concern in their communities.

Up to 650 U.S. libraries in small and rural communities will receive $3,000 each to tackle issues ranging from media literacy to COVID-19 safety to unemployment through three rounds of grants in 2020 and 2021.

Applications are now closed.

• Read case studies of LTC: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries
• 7 Steps to Effective Community Engagement: Evidence from Small & Rural Libraries

Libraries Transforming Communities: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries is part of 91´«Ã½’s longtime commitment to preparing library workers for the expanding role of libraries. The initiative is offered in partnership with the Association for Rural & Small Libraries (ARSL). Questions? Contact 91´«Ã½'s Public Programs Office.

For Applicants

For Grant Recipients

• (Round 1 & Round 2)