Carroll County Library Awarded TOP Grant

NASHVILLE (July 21) — Today, State Sen. John Stevens, State Rep. Brock Martin, and Secretary of State Tre Hargett announced a $4,862 Training Opportunities for the Public (TOP) Grant award for Carroll County Library. The funding will help cover the cost of digital literacy training and circulating Wi-Fi hotspots. 

TOP Grants are funded by the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development and administered by the Secretary of State’s office.

“Public libraries are vital resources in building strong communities in Tennessee,” said Secretary Hargett. “We are grateful to partner with the Department of Economic and Community Development as well as the Tennessee General Assembly to enhance the technological offerings available at our local libraries across the state.”

"The Carroll County Library serves as an important educational and community resource for residents throughout the county," said Sen. John Stevens (R-Huntingdon). "This grant will help expand access to technology, strengthen educational programming and ensure students, families and lifelong learners have the tools they need to succeed in an increasingly digital world. Investments like these help our libraries continue meeting the evolving needs of the communities they serve."

“Libraries reflect a community’s commitment to learning, stewardship and public service," said Rep. Brock Martin (R-Huntingdon). "These funds will help strengthen an important local institution that benefits residents throughout our district.”

Tennessee public libraries can use these funds to address unique needs within their communities. Resources provided through TOP Grants can include digital literacy training, Wi-Fi hotspots, solar charging stations, and enhanced internet connectivity and access at each library.

This year, $296,626 in TOP Grant funding is being awarded to increase access to technology at 49 public libraries across Tennessee. Grant awards are in the amount of up to $20,000.

To learn more about grants for public libraries administered by the Library & Archives, visit https://sos.tn.gov/tsla/services/grants-public-libraries.