Rails Numbers That Count.

Libraries generally operate on tight budgets. This is why we offer several grant opportunities to help our libraries thrive and make sure that they also have room to grow. 

In 2024, we awarded: 

  • $10,185 in RAILS Continuing Education Event Grants to support learning and professional growth opportunities to any level of library staff.
  • $104,204.15 in My Library Is... Grants to help libraries focus on projects that help increase their visibility and promote the value of libraries.
  • $20,514 in Catalog Membership Grants to promote resource sharing and help libraries join a catalog consortium. 

To learn more about RAILS grant opportunities, visit railslibraries.org/grants