Illinois State Library

PUBLIC LIBRARY PER CAPITA AND EQUALIZATION GRANTS

Equalization Grants

Equalization grants, authorized under Illinois law, have been established to help public libraries which have a low library tax base. In providing up to $4.25 per person served, these grants help ensure a minimum level of funding for library services. For more information on Public Library Equalization grants, contact the Illinois State Library Development Group at 217-524-8836.

Public Library Per Capita Grants

Per capita grants are authorized under Illinois Library Law to help public libraries improve and increase library services to their service areas. A grant amount of up to $1.25 per person served is made available to local public libraries. For more information on Public Library Per Capita grants, contact the Illinois State Library Development Group at 217-524-8836.

FY2010 Illinois Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grants

• Available to public libraries that are members of the regional library system.
• Grants based upon a formula of approximately $1.25 per capita.
• Grant funds are used to support appropriate activities as listed in the application.
• State funded.

Per Capita Expenditure Timeline

Requirements for FY2010 and FY2011

Memorandum from Secretary White

Memorandum with instructions from Director Craig

FY2010 Illinois Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grants Application

Frequently Asked Questions

ILLINET Interlibrary Loan Code

Administrative Ready Reference

Information and link to TechAtlas for Libraries

ADA Guidelines

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