The site also offers an electronic version of the annual report, an events calendar, and information on contributing, including establishing a donor-advised fund. Grant Program and how to apply are available on the site, as is a list of previous awardees. The Foundation also works to conserve and preserve rare books and Michigan's printed heritage, enhance library services for the blind and physically handicapped, and support the Abram's Genealogy Collection and its use. Information about Foundation publications and staff contact information can also be found on the Web site. Librarians can then choose new, hardback books from the extensive list that will most benefit the children of their community.
Interested libraries can e-mail the foundation for an application.
Most selected libraries serve a population under 5,000, but those serving communities of up to 10,000 are considered. There is a specific Mississippi Delta Books for Children program. This two-year program support libraries in Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. There is a Web page for this project that lists the eligible counties. The site also includes a list of grant recipients, information on featured books from the Foundation's list, and suggestions for library fundraisers.