Laura Bush Foundation Awards 238 Library Grants


Foundation: Bush Foundation, Community Foundation for the National Capital Region

A grant amounting to a total of $1,126,315 has been awarded to 238 school libraries by the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries. Each school will receive grants up to $5,000 which will be used to support the children education by providing funds to update, extend and diversify the book and print collections of America’s school libraries.
Partnering this year with the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries was the Target Corporation. Through their programs, Target donates a significant portion of their giving towards educational causes with a focus on helping students achieve reading proficiency.


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