Two More Public Libraries Get Grants from the Knight Foundation
First, Macon, GA
Macon and Bibb County residents will be able to gain computer skills and have expanded Internet access thanks to a $500,000 grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.
With Knight Foundation support, the Washington Memorial Public Library – in the heart of the College Hill neighborhood – will be transformed from an aging traditional library into “The Hub” for information and community activities accessible to area residents. In partnership with the Bibb County Commission, the library will be renovated, 85 new computers will be purchased – nearly doubling the current number – and an array of training classes will be offered to library patrons.
Richland County residents will have access to more computers and free Internet service at their local libraries – plus expanded help in using both, thanks to a grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.
The Knight Foundation support will help create a job center at the Richland County Main Library to assist residents in career and employment searches. Meanwhile, the Eastover Branch, which is currently closed on Tuesdays, will now open for “Tech Tuesdays” to provide computer training and support.
Other branches will receive additional desktop and laptop computers to increase access for all users.
Over the past two years, the library’s 11 locations have experienced a 30 percent increase in use, with many residents turning to the library for the critical information they need for job searches, resume preparation and unemployment services.
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