Grants & Donations
Generous Support for Our Libraries
Our work at Friends of the Cherokee County Public Libraries wouldn’t be possible without the incredible generosity of our donors and grant-making organizations. These contributions allow us to enhance library collections, fund community programs, and expand literacy initiatives for patrons of all ages. We’re deeply grateful for every gift, large or small—each one makes a real difference in the lives of our neighbors.
Below you’ll find a list of grants and donations we’ve received over the years. From corporate foundations to local community groups, every donation has played a vital role in helping us maintain dynamic, welcoming library branches across Cherokee County.
Thank you for your continued support!
Our work at Friends of the Cherokee County Public Libraries wouldn’t be possible without the incredible generosity of our donors and grant-making organizations. These contributions allow us to enhance library collections, fund community programs, and expand literacy initiatives for patrons of all ages. We’re deeply grateful for every gift, large or small—each one makes a real difference in the lives of our neighbors.
Below you’ll find a list of grants and donations we’ve received over the years. From corporate foundations to local community groups, every donation has played a vital role in helping us maintain dynamic, welcoming library branches across Cherokee County.
Thank you for your continued support!
2024
2023
2022
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
Thank You!
We deeply appreciate every grant and donation that helps us keep our libraries dynamic, accessible, and equipped to serve the community. Your support makes a real difference in literacy programs, technology upgrades, and more. If you’d like to contribute or learn how grants are making an impact, please contact us or email [email protected].
- Received a grant from Cobb EMC Foundation.
- Received a $1,000 grant from Amicalola EMC Trust.
2023
- Received a grant from Cobb EMC Foundation.
- Received a $1,000 grant from Amicalola EMC Trust.
2022
- Received a grant from Cobb EMC Foundation.
- Received a $1,500 grant from Amicalola EMC Trust.
- Cobb EMC Community Foundation provided a generous contribution.
- The Coca-Cola Foundation contributed $10,000 to our libraries.
2020
- The Joe E. Johnston Foundation awarded a grant to support our “1,000 Books B4 Kindergarten” program and Early Literacy Kits.
- Amicalola EMC provided a grant for a Comprise Kiosk at the Ball Ground Public Library.
- The Coca-Cola Foundation donated $10,000 for library programs and services.
2019
- The Coca-Cola Foundation donated $2,000 to the Friends of the Cherokee County Public Libraries.
- Cobb EMC Community Foundation provided a generous contribution.
2018
- Cobb EMC Community Foundation provided a generous contribution.
- Amicalola EMC also provided a generous contribution.
2017
- Cobb EMC Community Foundation awarded a grant to expand STEM programming for children of all ages, including robotic kits and other hands-on tools.
- A “Round-Up” grant from Amicalola EMC Foundation & Sawnee EMC Foundation helped develop self-help devices for patrons with visual impairments—strengthening our commitment to accessibility.
2016
- Cobb EMC Community Foundation, Sawnee Electric Membership Foundation, and Amicalola EMC each provided generous contributions toward our libraries’ ongoing services and programs.
Thank You!
We deeply appreciate every grant and donation that helps us keep our libraries dynamic, accessible, and equipped to serve the community. Your support makes a real difference in literacy programs, technology upgrades, and more. If you’d like to contribute or learn how grants are making an impact, please contact us or email [email protected].