The Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services was awarded a $2.23 million Formula Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the Grants to States program (CFDA 45.310) on April 8, 2021 to be completed by September 30, 2022. Funds will be used to expand digital network access, purchase internet accessible devices, and provide technical support services to prevent, prepare for, and respond to coronavirus in Rhode Island libraries. Sub-awards were provided to eight organizations totaling the full award amount to implement initiatives including purchasing self-service checkout machines for libraries, procuring an ebook platform for statewide use, developing a mobile library outreach program, and creating a youth recording studio to promote digital inclusion and support pandemic recovery efforts.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $2.2m | 4/8/21 |
Grant Number | Description | Subgrantee | Prime Award | Dollars Obligated (Click to sort descending) | Updated At (Click to sort ascending) |
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ARPA220622OSLS | Cooperating Libraries Automated Network | Formula Grant LS250235OLS21 | $150.0k | 6/7/22 | |
ARPA220404SRRCLSRS | Providence Public Library | Formula Grant LS250235OLS21 | $87.3k | 5/2/22 | |
ARPA220403OSLS | Cooperating Libraries Automated Network | Formula Grant LS250235OLS21 | $100.0k | 3/14/22 | |
ARPA220203PPLS | Providence Public Library | Formula Grant LS250235OLS21 | $50.0k | 10/22/21 | |
ARPA220204WARS | City Of Warwick | Formula Grant LS250235OLS21 | $49.9k | 10/22/21 |