Examples of projects that may be funded include:

• acquisition of books, graphic novels, and e-Books for young adults that include plans for use beyond simply adding to the library’s collection
• reading enrichment programs for young adults
• seminars or workshops relating to reading, including author visits
• small capital improvements for young adult or children’s sections of libraries

Any school, municipal or public nonprofit library in the State of Vermont may apply to the Paul Post Fund.

All applicants to programs at the Vermont Community Foundation must meet the guidelines outlined in the General Applicant Guidelines and Requirements found on our For Nonprofits page.

The Foundation will determine the number of grants to be awarded annually but expects that a typical grant will be in the $250-$1,000 range.

The Paul Post Fund will no longer accept applications for the remainder of 2024. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis beginning in January 2025. Applicants are notified of decisions within 60 days.

Send your proposal as an email attachment of no more than two pages to Jane Mulcahy at jmulcahy@vermontcf.org.

Include the following information in your proposal:

• Name, address, and website for your library
• Name, email address, and phone number of the contact person for your application
• Amount requested (between $250 and $1,000)
• Project narrative of no more than two (2) pages addressing the following:
  • Goal – what you hope to achieve
  • Problem – why it is important to do this work
  • Activities – what you will do during the project
  • Evaluation – how you will know you have succeeded
• Itemized budget for project including expected income and expenses

With questions about the Paul Post Fund for Libraries, please contact Jane Mulcahy.

• Email: jmulcahy@vermontcf.org
• Phone: 802-388-3355 ext. 381