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Tocker Foundation (Texas)

 
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    CFDA#

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    Funder Type

    Private Foundation

    IT Classification

    C - Funds little to no technology

    Authority

    Tocker Foundation

    Summary

    The Tocker Foundation provide funding for small, rural libraries in Texas serving populations of 12,000 or less. The Foundation partners with community libraries to meet the particular needs of the community. Eligible uses of funds include, but are not limited to: collection development, furniture and shelving, programming, equipment, digitization projects, and library automation. 

     

    History of Funding

    Previous grant recipients can be viewed on the Foundation's website. 

    Additional Information

    Funding is not provided for:

    • Debt Service;
    • Endowment Funds;
    • Normal Operating Expenses;
    • Salaries;
    • Employee Benefits;
    • Construction, carpeting, electrical or other infrastructure needs that are typically supported by the municipality; or
    • E-books, E-readers or membership fees for providers.

     

    The Foundation will not consider a new request if a previously funded project is incomplete. The Foundation will not consider two separate applications from the same library. Two or more similar projects should be prioritized on one grant application.

     

    Contacts

    Karin Gerstenhaber, Director of Grants Management

    Karin Gerstenhaber, Director of Grants Management
    Tocker Foundation
    3814 Medical Parkway
    Austin, TX 78756
    (512) 452-1044
    (512) 452-7690
     

  • Eligibility Details

    Eligible applicants are small, public libraries that serve rural populations of 12,000 or less in Texas.

    Deadline Details

    Applications must be submitted online or via email to [email protected] by January 15 or June 1, annually.

    Award Details

    Award amounts vary. Awards last up to 12 months.

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