Libraries Transforming Communities: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries Case Studies

In 2020 and 2021, the American Library Association selected 567 libraries to receive grants through Libraries Transforming Communities: Focus on Small & Rural Libraries. The public, academic, school, and tribal libraries represent 48 U.S. states.

Case Studies

Case Study: Owl's Head (Maine) Village Library Case Study: Wright Memorial Public Library, Oakwood, Ohio
Case Study: Montour Falls (N.Y.) Library Case Study: North Liberty (Iowa) Library
Case Study: Tipp City (Ohio) Public Library Case Study: Hewitt (Texas) Public Library
Case Study: Coos Bay (Ore.) Public Library Case Study: Waimea (HI) Public Library
Case Study: Essex (Conn.) Library Association Case Study: George McCone Memorial County Library, Circle, Mont.
Case Study: Laurel (Del.) Public Library Case Study: Parker Memorial Library, Sulphur, Okla.

Blog Posts

Blog: Good Programs Start Small: Attendance Doesn't Equal Success Blog: Hosting Difficult Conversations at the Library
Blog: Building Technological Capacity for Small and Rural Libraries Blog: Reducing the Stigma Around Mental Health at the Library
Blog: Anywhere & Everywhere: Where Do Library Programs Happen? Blog: Holding Space: Conversations to Build Community Trust
Blog: Mutual Support: Libraries and Community Partners Blog: Tackling Community Issues: What Would You Discuss?
Blog: Coming Together Through Music: Combating Isolation in Small and Rural Libraries Blog: Fighting for Accessibility in Small and Rural Libraries
Blog: Making Change Sustainable: Strategic Planning Blog: Becoming an “Untraditional” Library
Blog: Cultivating Community Outside of Class: A Look at School and Academic Libraries Blog: How Small and Rural Libraries Combat Misinformation
Blog: 3 Ways to Reach Elected Officials: Building Key Support Relationships Blog: Why Start From Scratch? Leveraging Existing Resources to Increase Community Engagement