[Publib] 2 days left! Apply for grant to reach troubled teens

[Lainie Castle]

Dear Colleague:

The ALA Public Programs Office is seeking an additional 75 libraries to
apply for the Great Stories CLUB (Connecting Libraries, Underserved
teens and Books) program by **Friday February 15th.** For complete
information, including a link to the online application, visit
www.ala.org/greatstories. 

All libraries located within or working in partnership with facilities
serving troubled teens are eligible to apply. Successful applicants will
receive 11 sets of three theme-related books to provide to teen members
of the book club to keep, along with online resources to plan and
implement the program. To assist with program-related expenses, some
libraries will also receive a small cash grant ($100-$200). 

For more, visit www.ala.org/greatstories. Please review the Great
Stories Club Resource Guide, which includes helpful information about
establishing partnerships with juvenile detention centers, residential
treatment facilities, and other youth outreach organizations. 

If you require additional assistance planning your application, or have
questions, please contact the ALA Public Programs Office at
800-545-2433, extension 5045 or publicprograms at ala.org. 


ALA Public Programs Office
50 E. Huron, Chicago IL 60611
(800) 545-2433, ext. 5045
www.ala.org/publicprograms