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For Ohio members, please note the following information. This is the
first year that Federal funds for library development grants are
available for non-public libraries. Art libraries with appropriate
projects should consider applying.
Donna Holovack, MLS
Library Development Consultant
The State Library of Ohio
65 S. Front St., Rm 506
Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 644-6916
(614) 466-3584 (FAX)
(800) 686-1532
e-mail: [log in to unmask]
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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 1998 08:07:59 -0500 (EST)
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Subject: Full LSTA Grants available
The State Library of Ohio is pleased to announce the availability of
Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funds for full LSTA grants.
All types of libraries (public, school, academic, special) may apply for
funding.
Proposals must fall into one of the following grant programs:
1) Automation of Non-automated Libraries,
2) Resource Sharing,
3) Staff Development and Training, and/or
4) Services to the Underserved.
Although there is no cap to the amount of federal funds which may be
requested, a local match of 25% of the total project amount is required.
Approved proposals will run from October 1, 1998 to September 30, 1999.
The Request for Proposal, including criteria and eligibility
requirements, grant guidelines, and deadlines, can be found via the
State Library webpage, WINSLO, at http://winslo.state.oh.us
In order to apply for a grant, applicants must attend a LSTA
Grantwriting Workshop. Information on the workshops can be found at the
end of the RFP. If you intend to attend one of the workshops, you must
notify the LSTA Office by mail, fax, or email by February 15, 1998.
Questions on the LSTA grant program should be addressed to Missy Lodge,
LSTA Program Coordinator at 800-686-1532 or [log in to unmask]
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