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From: David.Andrews@f89.n129.z1.fidonet.org (David Andrews)
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Subject: Re: GRANTS
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Date: 4 Dec 90 16:13:50 GMT
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[This is from the Blink Talk Conference]

 DK> those who have following the "blnd & brs" thread know that i've  
 DK> been working with the state library here in california on this  
 DK> patron access question to the talking book database.  we're now  
 DK> exploring r & d grants to investigate options of access.  any  
 DK> ideas on grant/funding sources from anyone on here would be  
 DK> greatly appreciated. dan... --- TBBS v2.1/NM 
 
I don't have any specific ideas on grant funding sources, although I will think
about it.  There are a few foundations that support blind projects, such as the
ReaersDigest Fund for the Blind, etc.  There are also a number of computer
systems around the country that have NLS holdings in them.  NLS itself has
developed a PC version, most libraries use an automation system by a company
called DRA, the Libraries in New Jersey-Philadelphia-and-Pittsburgh have
developed their own system, and the Suburban Audio-Visual System in Chicago also
maintains its own system.  Whether any of these systems could offer Modem
access, I don't know...
David Andrews

... Your Sound Alternative

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