Deadline: 28-Feb-23
The Community Library Grant Program is now open for applications to support independently operated community libraries with the purchase and preservation of new reading material.
Ashburton District has a number of independently operated community libraries throughout the district that play an integral role in residents’ quality of life. Community libraries provide local residents with resources related to information, education, economic regeneration, culture, diversity, and recreation in a public space that enhances their sense of place and belonging.
Funding Information
- The maximum individual grant available is $5,000. The payment will be made directly to the libraries for their purchase and/or preservation of new reading material available for community use.
- All grants must comply with Council’s Community Grants and Financial Assistance Policy.
Eligibility Criteria
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All Community Library applications must meet the following criteria:
- Be for an independently operated community library facility located in the Ashburton District (specifically Methven, Mt Somers and Rakaia libraries).
- Be for the purchase and/or preservation of new reading material available for community use.
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Applicants must be:
- Based in the Ashburton District.
- The administering / governing body for the project.
- Applications will only be accepted on the completed Community Library Application form.
- Incomplete applications that do not provide all of the requested information will be excluded from funding assessment.
Ineligible Projects
The following projects are ineligible for Community Library grant funding:
- Retrospective purchases of reading material or expenses.
- Salaries or wages.
- Any form of insurance.
- Equipment hire.
Assessment Considerations
Council will consider the following:
- The number of users/members of the library.
- Accessibility of the facility to the general public (e.g. days and hours).
- The community contribution to the project (including volunteers, in-kind work or materials and financial support).
- Other sources of funding potentially available to the applicant.
- Any previous assistance provided by Council.Facility operating costs (including power, water, phones, ticketing, IT charges).
For more information, visit Ashburton District Council.
