Light the Way: Outreach to the Underserved" Grant was formed in honor of Newbery Medalist and Geisel Honoree author Kate DiCamillo, and the themes represented in her books. The award consists of a $3,000 grant to assist a library in conducting exemplary outreach to underserved populations through a new program or an expansion of work already being done.
For more information go to www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/profawards/candlewicklighttheway/index.cfm
TheALSC/BWI Summer Reading Grant
This grant provides $3,000 in financial assistance to a public library for developing an outstanding summer reading program for children. See www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/profawards/bookwholesalers/index.cfm
The Maureen Hayes Author/Illustrator Award This award was established with funding from Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing, in honor of Maureen Hayes, to bring together children and nationally recognized authors/illustrators. This award provides $4,000 to fund an author/illustrator visit to a school or public library. Additional information is available at www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/profawards/hayesaward/index.cfm
