Mini-Grant Program

The Colorado State Library is offering a Mini-Grant Program for Colorado public libraries to begin or enhance early literacy 2013 Summer Reading Programs or 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Programs. Priority will be given to libraries below 10,000 Legal Service Area (LSA) population and libraries in non-metro locations. Grants are for $250 each, with a required $60 match in local funds.

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Webinar and Resources
Learn about the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program by viewing the archived webinar and related materials about the program here!

Application Information

Please read the 2013 Mini-Grant Information for guidelines on this year's program. The application is now available at https://www.research.net/s/2013MiniGrantApp. Applications are due January 31, 2013.

Please review the Supplemental Information to familiarize yourself with the type of information required for the application process.

Supplemental Information

This information may be helpful for libraries who are considering applying for a mini-grant.

Mini-Grant Information (PDF)
OBE Information and Sample OBE Statements (PDF)
Definition of a Public Library in Colorado (PDF)

About the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Program

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Handout (PDF)

From East Morgan County Library District's Program:

About the Early Literacy Summer Reading Program

Samples of Early Literacy SRP reading/activity logs from CO libraries:

Arapahoe Library District's 2012 Log (PDF)
Aurora Public Library's 2012 Log (PDF)
East Routt Library District's 2012 Log (PDF)
Elbert County Library District's 2012 Log (PDF)

2012 Mini-Grant Recipients

This project is made possible by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Report Information

Go to the 2012 mini-grant online report form

All mini-grant recipients will be expected to complete a mini-grant report by August 30, 2012.