Manhattan-Elwood Library Gets Grant Worth Nearly $20K

MANHATTAN, IL — Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District has been awarded $19,419.85 from the Illinois Secretary of State, according to a news release from the Secretary of State. The money comes from Illinois Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grants.

The Library District can use the money for a variety of programs and resources, including:

• Large print material for aging patrons.
• Books, magazines, newspapers, CDs and DVDs.
• Audiobooks and eBooks.
• Home visit book delivery service.
• New computers, iPads and printers.
• Spanish and dual language materials.
• Expanded access to online resources.
• Adult programming.
• Newsletters, postcards and other promotional materials.

This year, grant money was up to $1.475 per capita from $1.25 the previous year, according to the news release.

“I am extremely proud of the outstanding service Illinois’ public libraries provide to all residents," Secretary of State Jesse White said. "I truly believe libraries are cornerstones of our communities, and I am pleased to provide this increased funding to help them serve the public.”

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