Credit: Upper Dublin Library
Sen. Maria Collett (D-12), Rep. Melissa Cerrato (D-151) and Rep. Ben Sanchez (D-153) recently announced that the Pennsylvania Department of Education awarded $750,000 in grant funding for the Upper Dublin Public Library, 520 Virginia Dr, Fort Washington.
“Our public libraries don’t just promote literacy – they’re critical hubs that provide access to technology and skills training, children’s programming, career help, cultural enrichment, and so much more,” said Senator Collett. “I’m thrilled that the Upper Dublin Public Library will get the funding they need to improve their facilities and continue to serve our neighbors for decades to come.”
The Upper Dublin Public Library will receive $750,000 to renovate and restore public spaces to include accessible, energy efficient and mechanical upgrades. They are one of 11 Pennsylvania public libraries receiving Keystone grants this year.
“The Upper Dublin Public Library was built to be a safe, welcoming and engaging environment for all, and it has become a true community center for the entire township," Rep. Sanchez said. "Knowing that they have obtained the crucial funding they needed to continue to grow and provide innovative inspiration and education to the Upper Dublin community and beyond is tremendous and I am grateful that PDE recognized the value of this phenomenal community resource the way I do.”
“Libraries are the heart of our communities, breaking boundaries and bringing people together in an inclusive and vibrant space for fun, learning, and connection,” Rep. Cerrato said. “They are not just repositories of knowledge but also catalysts for inspiration, creativity, and growth, empowering individuals and uniting us as a society. This is why I am thrilled to announce that the Upper Dublin Public Library will receive a $750,000 grant to transform and revitalize its public spaces. This funding will allow them to make essential accessible, energy-efficient, and mechanical upgrades that ensure the library continues to be a welcoming haven for all."
Keystone Grants for Public Library Facilities are funded through the Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund and administered by the Department of Education. The program provides up to $750,000 in matching funds to improve their operations, install equipment and upgrade security systems.
