J. Frank Dobie Library Trust
The J. Frank Dobie Library Trust awards grants to help small Texas public libraries purchase books and expand their collections to better serve their communities.
Funder: Texas Library Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (projected, based on historical cycle)
Funding Amounts: Approximately $47,000 total awarded annually; individual awards and number of recipients vary by year.
Summary: Supports small Texas public libraries in purchasing books to strengthen their collections and community impact.
Key Information: For Texas public libraries serving populations of 20,000 or less; funds must be used for book purchases only.
Description
The J. Frank Dobie Library Trust provides annual grants to help small Texas public libraries purchase books and enhance their collections. Established from the estate of Texas author and folklorist J. Frank Dobie, the Trust is managed by a committee that selects awardees based on both need and demonstrated community support. The goal is to strengthen the capacity of small libraries to serve their communities by expanding access to quality reading materials in various formats, including print, ebooks, and audiobooks.
