FYI for those looking for grant opportunities. Note the eligible library types. Please see below.
Libraries Transforming Communities: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries.
This funding opportunity is in partnership with ARSL (Association for Rural and Small Libraries) and is focused on serving small and rural communities across the country.
Public libraries, academic libraries, K-12 school libraries, and tribal libraries are eligible to apply.
The grant requires AASL membership( $225/year) or ARSL membership ($50/year). You can add the cost of whichever membership to the grant application to recoup membership cost.
Karren Reish
Library of Michigan
Library Grants Coordinator
517-241-0021