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e-Rate

From Wikipedia.com:

"The program provides discounts to assist most schools and libraries in the United States (and U.S. territories) to obtain affordable telecommunications and Internet access. It is one of four support programs funded through a Universal Service fee charged to companies that provide interstate and/or international telecommunications services."

Funding

The Commission for Libraries provides grant opportunities to eligible Idaho libraries. Library Services and Technology Act funds (LSTA) are our primary source of grant funds and are available for a variety of projects. Examples of projects might be networking libraries, expanding library services, projects to serve the underserved, continuing education projects, advocacy projects and others.

Wal-Mart Minigrants

As a result of a collaborative effort among the Idaho Library Association, First Lady Lori Otter, the Idaho Community Foundation and the ICFL, the Wal-Mart Foundation has provided $98,000 in one-time funds to support "Strengthening Library Services for Youth in Idaho."

Advisory Council

The Advisory Council is appointed by the Board of Library Commissioners in accordance with the Library Services and Technology Act, P.L. 104-208. The Council broadly represents the library community and library users, and serves to advise the Board of Library Commissioners as outlined below:

Membership