The purpose of The Big Read is to encourage literary reading. The following outlines the expectations and requirements for Big Read organizations.

Organizations selected to participate in The Big Read will receive a grant, financial support to attend an orientation meeting, educational and promotional materials for broad distribution, an Organizer\x92s Guide for developing and managing Big Read activities, inclusion of the organization and its activities on The Big Read Web site, and the prestige of participating in a highly visible national initiative. All organizations selected to participate will have the distinction of using the brand The Big Read.

Grant size

Applicants may apply for grants ranging from $2,500 to $20,000. Generally, grant size will be determined based on:

Community population\x97for example, the suggested grant range for a small community with fewer than 50,000 people is $2,500\x96$7,500; the suggested grant range for a major metropolitan community with more than 500,000 people is $7,500\x96$20,000. Number of activities planned\x97applicants hosting more than the minimum required activities (see Event plans) may be considered for grants at the upper end of the grant range. Overall strength of the application\x97as based on the selection criteria. Grants must be matched at least 1 to 1 with nonfederal funds. Grant funds may be used for such expenses as book purchases, speaker fees and travel, salaries, advertising, and venue rental. Please see the program budget instructions for more information.

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