Lois Lenski Covey Foundation Library Grant Program

The Lois Lenski Covery Foundation, Inc. annually awards grants for purchasing books published for young people preschool through grade 8.  Public libraries, school libraries, and non-traditional libraries operating by 501(c)(3) agencies are eligible. The foundation provides grants to libraries that serve economically or socially at-risk children, have limited book budget, and demonstrate real need.  Grants for 2012 will range from $500 to $3,000 and are specifically for book purchases, and cannot be used for administrative or operational uses.  Deadline:  December 15, 2012  Click here for more information and the grant application.