Grants
Public Library Grant Methodology Review 2008
From January - March 2008, the Public Library Grant Methodology Review Group met to review the grant methodology. Morton Consulting Services prepared a range of options for consideration. The Review Group considered the options and through further consultation developed the preferred option outlined in Attachment 1.
The results of the Public Library Grant Methodology Review are found in the following documents:
Attachment 1 - Review of Public Library Grant Methodology 2008 - Executive Summary and Recommendations [new window 
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Attachment 2 - Grant Methodology Comparison [new window 229 kb]
Attachment 3 - Morton Consulting Services Review of Public Library Grant Methodology (Full Report) [new window 307 kb]
Attachment 4 - Service Level Agreement [new window 49 kb]
Attachment 5 - Public Library Outcomes Report [new window 481 kb]
For further information please contact Acting Director, Public Library Services, Shelley Webb at shelley.webb@slq.qld.gov.au or (07) 3842 9057.
Grant Options
The State Library of Queensland is committed to fostering the ongoing development of public libraries throughout the state. Grants are designed to encourage the enhancement of Queensland public library service delivery through the support of key projects both at the local and state level.
Library subsidies are available to local governments with Country Lending Service and Independent Libraries:
- Book Grants for Independent Libraries - This scheme provides cash grants to local governments, operating Independent public libraries. Funding is provided for local government, for regional boards or for joint local governments bodies. The grant is provided for the purchase of library materials in line with the broad definition of material prescribed by section 70 of the Libraries Act 1988 [new window http://www.legislation.qld.gov.au/LEGISLTN/CURRENT/L/LibrarArchA88.pdf]
- Library Facilities Funding - Libraries require regular enhancement, whether in response to the needs of new services, population growth, technological change or simply the desire for better community facilities. Financial assistance is available to local governments undertaking library improvements, and information is provided here to show them how to apply for the subsidy.
Library Strategic Development Grants - formerly Library Innovation Grants
Frequently Used Forms - Library Strategic Development Grants application forms
Websites - other grant sites and funding options
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Last updated: 11th November 2008
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