JOLIET – Thanks her advocacy efforts, State Senator Rachel Ventura announced over $475,000 will be coming to local libraries across the 43rd District through the Secretary of State’s Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grant program.
“Our public libraries are an integral part of our community ─ connecting residents to critical services, resources and opportunities,” said Ventura (D- Joliet) “We need to continue to support their ability to serve the needs of our community through their programs, facilities and staff as it improves the lives of residents.”
Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grants are awarded annually and assist public libraries in providing services to nearly 12 million patrons statewide.
Grants can be used for resources and services, such as books and multilingual materials, online resources and internet access, personnel, and public programming such as summer reading programs.
The following libraries in the 43rd District received a total of $476,443:
- Fountaindale Public Library District: $98,897
- Joliet Public Library: $221,784
- Three Rivers Public Library District: $42,408
- White Oak Library District: $113,354
“I am grateful for the continued investment into our public libraries, and I look forward to the positive impact these grants will have on our communities,” said Ventura.
To learn more about the grant program, click here.
