State Representative John Cavaletto (R-Salem) announced that ten libraries in the 107th District are receiving grants through the Illinois Secretary of State ‘Per Capita’ Grant program totaling $97,912.50. Per Capita Grant funding can be used for a variety of expenses such as materials, personnel, equipment, electronic access, telecommunications and technology.
“Congratulations to all of the libraries in our area who applied and are being awarded these grants,” said Rep. John Cavaletto, a member of the Appropriations – Elementary & Secondary Education Committee. “The interesting and adventurous world of literature exposes children to science, nature, history and poetry. Parents and experts agree that reading makes a big difference in the development of a child’s intellect, artistic skills and imagination.”
The libraries receiving grants are:
Altamont Public Library for $2,898.75
Centralia Regional Library District for $36,415.00
Effingham Public Library for $15,410.00
Greenville Public Library for $8,750.00
Kinmundy Public Library for $995.00
Patoka Public Library for $730.00
Ramsey Public Library for $1,296.25
Saint Elmo Public Library District for $7,710.00
Bryan-Bennett Library for $9,356.25
Evans Public Library District for $14,351.25
The Public Library Per Capita Grants Program was established to assist public libraries to improve and increase library services within their service areas. Grant amounts of up to $1.25 per person served are available, on an annual basis, to all Illinois, local public libraries.
Applications for the Public Library Per Capita Grant program must be submitted via email to Percap-grant@ilsos.neton or before January 15th each year.
