The Mid-Hudson Library System is offering two grant opportunities to our member libraries in 2023. The MHLS Assistive Equipment Mini-Grant and the MHLS Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Mini-Grant. These grants are supported by New York State Outreach Categorical Aid funds received from the NYS Library Division of Library Development and in support of the MHLS Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.
MHLS Assistive Equipment Mini-Grant
Mid-Hudson Library System (MHLS) member libraries that are interested in purchasing new equipment, software or contract services to improve library services for coordinated outreach populations of people who are blind or who have a physical disability can apply for the MHLS Assistive Equipment Mini Grant.
The following grants are available:
- Fifteen (15) grants in the amount of $1,200 each. This is a competitive grant. One grant per library.
MHLS Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Mini-Grant
Mid-Hudson Library System (MHLS) member libraries that are interested in advancing equity and inclusion work to improve library services for their communities are invited to apply for the MHLS Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Mini-Grant. This grant is in support of MHLS’ commitment to ensuring library services are equitable, respect the diversity of our communities, and are inclusive. For definitions of equity, diversity and inclusion please view the ODLOS glossary.
The following grants are available:
- Twenty (20) grants in the amount of $1,000 each. This is a competitive grant. One grant per library.
To learn more about the requirements for these grants and to access the applications please visit the MHLS Mini-Grants web page. Applications for both grants are due by June 30th.
Member libraries may apply for both the Assistive Equipment Mini-Grant and the EDI Mini-Grant in the same year, but they must apply for funding for different projects for each opportunity.
Questions should be directed to MHLS Outreach & EDI Specialist, Kerstin Cruger.
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