Accept $12,000 federal grant to buy laptops for adult education programs
$12,000
In Plain English
The Richmond Public Library runs programs helping adults earn high school diplomas and improve literacy skills. The federal Library Services and Technology Act provides funding for library technology upgrades. If approved, the city uses this grant to purchase laptops that students can use during classes and study sessions.
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