The Most Prestigious Award of the American Library Association

The John Cotton Dana Award, sponsored by H.W. Wilson, honors outstanding library public relations, whether a summer reading program, a year-long centennial celebration, fundraising for a new college library, an awareness campaign or an innovative partnership in the community.

Winners Receive a $5,000 Grant
In recognition of their achievement, John Cotton Dana award winners receive a cash development grant of $5,000 from the H.W. Wilson Foundation. The John Cotton Dana Awards are presented at an elegant reception hosted by H.W. Wilson, held during the American Library Association annual conference.

► Flyer

► Competition Invitation and Overview

► Entry Instructions

► Entry Checklist

► Entry Form and Information

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► Insider's Guide to Entering The John Cotton Dana Awards (pdf)

► 2010 Winners

► Tip Sheet

► About John Cotton Dana

► The Newark Public Library Salutes John Cotton Dana
    on the 150^th Anniversary of His Birth (pdf)