Zip Books
Can you apply?
This grant is for agricultural researchers and institutions developing pest management alternatives for beet leafhopper (BLH) and beet curly top virus (BCTV). Eligible projects must use no-pesticide alternatives or California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) approved pesticides registered for use in California. The focus is on innovative management methods beyond traditional malathion treatments.
Applicants should be based in or conducting research in California. The program prioritizes research that addresses BLH and BCTV control on both cultivated beets and rangeland/hillside environments. Proposals must demonstrate feasibility and practical implementation potential.
Program description
About the Program The Zip Books program is an alternative model for interlibrary loan service that bridges the gaps between a library’s patron request service, a normal acquisitions process, and an outreach/home delivery service. It is based on a project called “Zip Books—Digital Library of Northern California,” conducted by the Butte, Shasta, and Humboldt County Libraries under a FY 2011/12 LSTA grant from the California State Library. The Zip Books program is currently supported with California Library Services Act funds from the state of California. Under the Zip Books program, patrons request books that the library does not own. The library then orders the book from Amazon, and the book is shipped directly to the patron’s home. When the patron is finished with the book, the book is returned to the library and added to the collection. Eligibility and Funding Priority Priority for funding the Zip Books program is as follows: · All California public libraries that have previously participated in the Zip Books program will have first priority. · All new requests from California public libraries that have not participated in the Zip Books program before will be considered if funds are available. Grant Amount All California public libraries can apply for up to $35,000. Libraries should consider past program expenditures and apply for funds they can expend within the grant period. We are unable to confirm exact funding amounts until all requests have been received. Match Requirements: There are no match requirements for Zip Books, though it is expected that libraries provide staff time to run the program.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Program contact
- 📧 zipbooks@library.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-603-7159
Funding track record
Past applications & awards under this program (California Grants Portal) — how competitive it is.
By fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Applications | Awarded | Award rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 | 99 | 96 | 97% |
Source: California Grants Portal
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