The Friends of South Carolina Libraries (FOSCL) offers grants in amounts up to $250 for support of library Friends organizations in SC.
What can a FOSCL grant be used for?
Expenses related to the formation/incorporation of a group
Expenses related to obtaining 501(c) 3 tax-exempt status for a group
Expenses related to the revitalization of a “dormant” group
Expenses related to the initiation of new or innovative programs/technology designed to foster local library support which are principally sponsored by a library friends group
Applicants must be a 2024 member of FOSCL to be eligible to receive grant funds.
The FOSCL Awards Program recognizes individuals or groups who provide critical help and support as South Carolina public libraries work to enrich the lives of all South Carolinians.
2023 Outstanding Friends Group Award
Friends of the Irmo Branch Library
2023 Public Library Employee Excellence Award
John W. Skardon
York County Library Reference Librarian
2023 Outstanding Individual Award
Kathy Nieuwenhuis
Treasurer of the Friends of the Green Sea Floyds Library
