Donna Forbis, Illinois Prairie District Public Library – PAWsome Reading Dogs are making a big impact at Illinois Prairie District Public Library, helping young readers gain confidence with non-judgmental, furry listeners.

Burnsville Public Library – Burnsville Public Library’s after-school STEM program started small but grew to serve over 100 kids a week—a game-changer for their small-town community.

Juli Wald – Meet Middlebury Public Library Director Juli Wald, whose adventurous path to librarianship reflects a deep dedication to inclusive service and community connection in small-town Indiana.