USD 305 elementary libraries will be getting more books, thanks to a grant from a local foundation.
The Earl Bane Foundation has awarded a $3,200 grant to the Salina Education Foundation. Grant funds will be used to purchase library books for each of USD 305’s elementary school libraries.
“We are very thankful for the Earl Bane Foundation’s generosity. This gift allows each of our eight elementary school libraries to purchase 20-30 books featuring unique and diverse characters,” said Michael Chambers, Salina Education Foundation’s executive director.
USD 305 Instructional specialist, Dr. Patricia Bandre, who coordinated the ordering process for the libraries, said, “Investing in libraries helps all students and each librarian was excited to select special books for their school.”
Salina Education Foundation is governed by a volunteer board of trustees. Established in 1987, the foundation endeavors to promote and support educational excellence by providing resources to enhance opportunities for the students and staff of Salina’s public schools.
Earl Bane Foundation is a Salina-based private charitable foundation committed to giving to qualified organizations for the benefit of children, youth, social services, and higher education.