Battelle is awarding the library $18,000 to support its STE(A)M programming in 2024.  The Library Board and staff are grateful for Battelle's continued support.  The library has now received this grant for four consecutive years.  The Library Board matches this grant with a $15,0000 programming budget and staffing to provide STEM and STEAM programming throughout 2024.  Last year, over 2200 children participated in the library's various STE(A)M programs.  

“Every day, the people of Battelle apply science and technology to solving what matters most. At major technology centers and national laboratories around the world, Battelle conducts research and development, designs and manufactures products, and delivers critical services for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, since its founding in 1929, Battelle serves the national security, health and life sciences, and energy and environmental industries. For more information, visit www.battelle.org (http://www.battelle.org).”