The Institute of Museum and Library Services awarded the Mississippi Library Commission $2.6 million under the Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) on April 8, 2021 to support library services through March 31, 2023. The funding will help the Commission respond to pandemic needs through digital inclusion and equitable library services, continuing work under its 2018-2022 strategic plan. Key goals include enhancing technology, supporting workforce development, sharing resources, serving all state residents, and empowering libraries. The award includes sub-awards to support technology upgrades, mobile printing/scanning services, collection development, and a mobile library vehicle. Sub-awardees will replace aging equipment, increase access to technology, and expand services in underserved communities across Mississippi. Initiatives aim to improve infrastructure, meet rising demand for digital services, and ensure equitable access to information resources.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $0 | 6/21/22 | ||
| Not listed | $2.6m | 4/8/21 |
Grant Number | Description | Subgrantee | Prime Award | Dollars Obligated (Click to sort descending) | Updated At (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ARFIC22441S | Tombigbee Regional Library | Formula Grant LS250220OLS21 | $30.8k | 3/31/22 | |
ARFIC22181S | Jackson / George Reg Library | Formula Grant LS250220OLS21 | $30.0k | 3/23/22 | |
ARFIA22190S | Jackson Hinds Library System | Formula Grant LS250220OLS21 | $34.5k | 12/14/21 | |
ARFIC22260S | Madison County Library System | Formula Grant LS250220OLS21 | $30.5k | 12/8/21 | |
ARFIA22230S | Lee County Library | Formula Grant LS250220OLS21 | $35.1k | 9/8/21 |