Idaho Commission for Libraries

Responses to the 2009-2010 Public Library Funding & Technology Access survey at www.plinternetsurvey.org increased significantly in the last week. A big thank you to those who have completed it!

Now that you have decided which road to take on your continuing education journey, you may have also discovered you need some financial assistance. Here are some resources to consider:

Continuing Education Grants for Libraries (ICFL)

The FY 2010 Library Services and Technology Act.(LSTA) Allocation Plan is posted on this website under Funding. This document is a brief overview of Idaho's LSTA grant programs and the Eligibility Checklist provides information for potential applicant libraries to verify their eligibility to apply.

The American Library Association's Office for Literacy and Outreach Services with support from Verizon Communications, is offering grants to public, school, or academic librarians who have found a creative way to connect literacy and gaming. Grants are designed to help librarians expand and further develop innovative literacy gaming services for children and youth between the ages of 10 and 18.

As a result of a collaborative effort among the Idaho Library Association, First Lady Lori Otter, the Idaho Community Foundation and the ICFL, the Wal-Mart Foundation has provided $98,000 in one-time funds to support "Strengthening Library Services for Youth in Idaho."

The role of the Idaho Commission for Libraries is:

• To approve your technology plan

Here are two different grants that may provide an opportunity for your community to preserve its cultural heritage.

Schools and Libraries Division

The SLD is an independent not-for-profit corporation established to administer universal service for Schools & Libraries. It is your primary source of assistance in applying for e-rate discounts.

Take advantage of these SLD resources:

• Customer Service Bureau Toll Free Hot Line: 1-888-203-8100

The Barbara Bush Foundation announced the 2009 national grant competition for Family Literacy - Deadline: September 5, 2008