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Blackfoot Communications Library Grant Program
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Library Grant Criteria
Blackfoot Communications is celebrating over 20 years of providing grants to our rural public libraries. This program focuses on technological innovation, such as electronic equipment and/or technology programs that incorporate the use of modern technologies or use of current technology in different ways to improve access, services, or support to library customers.
Blackfoot believes public libraries are dynamic, versatile community centers and a vital, integral part of our communities. We also believe that by returning a small portion of the investments libraries have made within our service areas, that investment betters our local communities. Blackfoot has awarded approximately $72,500 to our local libraries over the past 20 years.
Blackfoot's Library Grant focuses on technological innovation: electronic equipment and/or technology programs that incorporate the use of modern technologies or use current technology in different ways to improve access, services, or support to library customers. We’ve learned that many of our local libraries need more learning tools to enhance their learning environment.
The maximum amount of the grant is $1,000 per library. Each library may submit one application; however, not all libraries will receive funds due to limited funding. Please be aware that requests for AT&T or T-Mobile mobile hotspots will not be funded, as these devices directly compete with Blackfoot Communications services.
Additional Information
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Additional questions regarding the Library Grant Program?
Email us at: education@blackfoot.com
