State Aid to Public Libraries
This funding program provides financial support to public libraries in North Carolina to enhance their services and ensure professional management, benefiting communities across the state.
The State Aid to Public Libraries Fund, established by the NC General Assembly in 1941, promotes, aids, and equalizes public library service in North Carolina. The State Library of North Carolina administers these funds, determining eligibility and distributing funds based on a formula. The program aims to ensure professional library management and public access to library services. Eligibility requirements include compliance with state and federal laws, provision of services from a designated facility open at least 40 hours per week, employment of a certified full-time library director, and securing operational funds from local sources. State Aid payments are distributed monthly, with allocations determined in December and July.
Award Range
Not specified - Not specified
Total Program Funding
$18,000,000
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
No
Additional Details
Funding is divided into block grants and equalization grants. Block grants are equally divided among the 100 counties and 12 regional library systems. Equalization grants are based on local community support, service area population, and per capita income.
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
Libraries must meet specific eligibility criteria annually, including compliance with General Statute 125-7b and other relevant regulations.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
July 1, 2025
Application Closes
September 15, 2025
Grantor
Lynda Reynolds
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