Library districts are receiving grant funding to help ensure all residents have access to quality resources and programming, Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias released.
Libraries throughout the 43rd Senate District, serving over 323,000 people, are receiving a combined $479,671 in grants.
“Libraries throughout the state must have the resources and financial support they need to provide high-quality materials and programming to Illinois residents,” Giannoulias said. “Libraries serve as centers for lifelong learning and are critical to providing opportunities for children and adults to enrich their lives.”
“I’m delighted that our libraries will be getting extra funding to expand their collections and technology resources,” said State Senator Rachel Ventura (43rd District-Joliet). “Libraries play a vital role in our community’s well-being and offer residents invaluable support.”
“Prioritizing library funding is a direct reflection of our commitment to education and the well-being of our families,” said State Representative Dagmara Avelar (85th District-Bolingbrook). “Libraries serve as an essential resource for our residents, offering a conducive environment for learning and growth for all members of our community.”
The grants included annual per capita grant funding.
- Fountaindale (Bolingbrook) — $99,567
- White Oak (Romeoville)— $114,122
- Three Rivers (Channahon)— $42,695
- Joliet — $223,287
Public Library Per Capita Grants are awarded annually to support local public library services. This year, public libraries received just under $1.50 per person in their service area. Public libraries can use this funding for operational needs, including purchasing materials for their library collections and capital improvements to their facilities.
