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59-502: Library Freedom Project (LFP) trains librarians in different community contexts (e.g. public, academic, rural libraries, and urban libraries) to inform their communities about issues related to privacy and security online. Library Freedom Institute (LFI) is LFPs training arm, offering educational opportunities for librarians, ongoing community-building, workshops, webinars, and committee work around specialized topics and sectors of librarianship. In January 2015 Library Freedom Project received

118-576: A LEED -certified former factory building, which houses a ground floor gallery space. Many departments of Dartmouth College 's Geisel School of Medicine are additionally located just north of downtown at Dartmouth–Hitchcock Medical Center . Lebanon is served by Interstate 89 , which meets Interstate 91 just across the Connecticut River in White River Junction. It is 58 miles (93 km) southeast along I-89 to Concord ,

177-612: A council–manager system. The city council consists of nine members elected to two-year terms. Six members are elected from three wards, each electing two members, and the other three are elected at large. Politically the city is strongly Democratic. Joe Biden received 74% of the vote to Donald Trump 's 25% in the 2020 United States presidential election . Lebanon has its own elementary schools, middle school, and high school . Students from neighboring towns ( Grantham and Plainfield ) attend high school in Lebanon. On October 15, 2010,

236-425: A tannery , several machine shops, a woolen textile mill, and a clothing factory. In the mid-19th century, this district attracted many French workers from Canada 's Quebec province. This became the center of town, although West Lebanon grew into a railroad hub with a separate identity after lines entered from Boston. This rail center would become known as "Westboro" after two trains collided when West Lebanon

295-639: A $ 244,700 grant from Knight Foundation . Then, inJanuary 2016 was awarded $ 50,000 from the Rose Foundation's Consumer Privacy Rights Fund. In August 2017 the Library Freedom Project was awarded a $ 249,504 grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services ' (IMLS) Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program to facilitate the use of practical privacy tools in libraries. Forty geographically-dispersed librarians participated in

354-733: A bill allowing public libraries to run privacy software such as Tor which specifically referenced Tor itself. The bill was crafted with extensive input from Library Freedom director Alison Macrina, and was the direct result of the Kilton Public Library imbroglio. The bill was passed by the House 268-62. Also in March 2016, the first Tor middle relay at a library in Canada was established, at the University of Western Ontario . Given that

413-409: A household in the city was $ 53,004, and the median income for a family was $ 75,511. Male full-time workers had a median income of $ 51,735 versus $ 48,836 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 36,370. About 8.7% of families and 12.3% of the entire population were below the poverty line , including 22.6% of those under 18 and 5.0% of those age 65 and over. The city government consists of

472-585: A letter on 10 December 2015, in which she asked the DHS to clarify its procedures, stating that “While the Kilton Public Library’s board ultimately voted to restore their Tor relay, I am no less disturbed by the possibility that DHS employers are pressuring or persuading public and private entities to discontinue or degrade services that protect the privacy and anonymity of U.S. citizens.” In March 2016, New Hampshire state representative Keith Ammon introduced

531-425: A movement by West Lebanon to declare itself an independent town, Lebanon re-incorporated as a city in 1958. The routing of Interstates 89 and 91 through Lebanon and nearby White River Junction, Vermont , in addition to the growth of Dartmouth College , led to the area's economic revival. The former mill town now has a mixed economy based on education, medical services, high-technology and retail. Just south of

590-708: A new campus just south of the Lebanon-Hanover town line. A number of medical and high-tech firms have located facilities near the medical center campus. TomTom , a leading worldwide developer of mapping databases, has its North American headquarters in Lebanon. Novo Nordisk and Microsoft also have major facilities here. According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 41.3 square miles (106.9 km ), of which 40.3 square miles (104.4 km ) are land and 0.97 square miles (2.5 km ) are water, comprising 2.35% of

649-636: A six-month training course to become Privacy Advocates. New York University (NYU) and Library Freedom Project developed a formal collaborative program funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) in June 2018 called " Library Freedom Institute ." By 2022, the Library Freedom Project built on its funding base by securing $ 1 million dollars from the Mellon Foundation under its Public Knowledge Program. Library Freedom Institute (LFI)

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708-668: A specific project or use and will not usually be given for projects that have already begun. Over the years the discipline of writing grant bids has developed into a specialised activity. Many organisations employ fundraising professionals to carry out this work. In the United Kingdom, the fundraising profession is governed by The Institute of Fundraising and is independently regulated by the Fundraising Regulator in England , Wales , and Northern Ireland and by

767-463: Is "a free, privacy-focused... program for librarians to teach them the skills necessary to thrive as Privacy Advocates." Privacy Advocates conduct workshops to educate community members in basic online security skills to advocate for their communities through public policy. LFI's format updates for each cohort's training, which lasts from four to six months. Topics include technology, online privacy, community building, media, activism, and education. At

826-651: Is a core city of the Lebanon–Claremont micropolitan area , comprising four counties in the upper Connecticut River valley , two in New Hampshire and two in Vermont. Lebanon was chartered as a town by colonial governor Benning Wentworth on July 4, 1761, one of 16 along the Connecticut River. It was named for Lebanon, Connecticut , from where many early settlers had come or would come, including

885-596: Is a cultural hub with attractions such as the Lebanon Opera House (in City Hall), the AVA Gallery, seasonal Farmers' Market and summer concerts on the green. Opera North , based in the city, is the region's oldest professional opera company. Lebanon Public Library, located downtown on East Park Street, is the primary library in the city, and the Kilton Public Library branch serves West Lebanon. Kilton

944-525: Is actively working with a number of libraries that have an interest in participating." Grant (money) A grant is a financial award given by a government entity, foundation, corporation, or other organization to an individual or organization for a specific purpose. Unlike loans , grants do not need to be repaid, making them an attractive source of funding for various activities, such as research, education, public service projects, and business ventures. Examples include student grants , research grants,

1003-518: Is in the northeast. The highest point in Lebanon is the northern end of Shaker Mountain, at 1,657 feet (505 m) above sea level , on the eastern border of the city. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Lebanon has a warm-summer humid continental climate , abbreviated "Dfb" on climate maps. The hottest temperature recorded in Lebanon was 99 °F (37.2 °C) on June 18, 1957 and July 20, 1977, while

1062-531: Is the only city in Grafton County, New Hampshire , United States. The population was 14,282 at the 2020 census , up from 13,151 at the 2010 census. Lebanon is in western New Hampshire , south of Hanover , near the Connecticut River . It is the home to Dartmouth–Hitchcock Medical Center and Dartmouth College's Geisel School of Medicine , together comprising the largest medical facility between Boston, Massachusetts , and Burlington, Vermont . Lebanon

1121-572: The Institutional Review Boards (IRB) and/or Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) is required. Econometric evidence shows public grants for firms can create additionality in jobs, sales, value added, innovation and capital. For example, this was shown to be the case for large public R&D grants, as well as for public grants for small and medium-sized firms or tourism firms. Lebanon, New Hampshire Lebanon ( locally / ˈ l ɛ b ən ən / )

1180-702: The Scottish Fundraising Standards Panel in Scotland . The grant writing process generally includes searching and proposal-writing for competitive grant funds. Traditional search methods - for example referring to the Charities Aid Foundation Directory of Grant Making Trusts - are quickly becoming replaced by online fundraising tools. Because grants are sometimes received in advance of the activity they are to resource, and would need to be returned to

1239-718: The Sovereign Grant paid by the UK Treasury to the monarch , and some European Regional Development Fund payments in the European Union . Grants can be categorized into several types based on the purpose and the source of funding. Government grants are awarded by federal, state, provincial, local and/or municipal governments to support projects that benefit the public. These can include funding for scientific research, infrastructure development, public health initiatives, and education programs. Examples include

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1298-458: The government to students attending post-secondary education institutions . In certain cases, a part of a government loan is issued as a grant, particularly pertaining to promising students seeking financial support for continuing their educations. Grant compliance and reporting requirements vary depending upon the type of grant and funding agency. In the case of research grants involving human or animal subjects, additional involvement with

1357-897: The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which focuses on global health and development, and the Ford Foundation, which supports human rights and social justice initiatives. Corporations often establish grant programs as part of their corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts. These grants support community development, environmental sustainability, and other initiatives that align with the company’s values and business goals. Examples include Google's AI for Social Good program and Walmart's Community Grant Program. Educational grants are provided to support students and educational institutions. These can be merit-based, need-based, or designated for specific fields of study. The Fulbright Program, which offers grants for international educational exchange, and

1416-505: The CanExport program helps businesses expand into international markets by covering expenses related to travel, marketing, and trade shows. Unlike interest-free loans, grants do not need to be repaid, making them an attractive funding option for businesses looking to reduce financial risk. Private foundations provide grants to support various causes, ranging from social services and education to arts and culture. Notable foundations include

1475-676: The Commission in Brussels. Due to the complexity of the funding mechanisms involved and especially the high competitiveness of the grant application processes (14%) professional Grant Consulting firms are gaining importance in the grant writing process. EU grants should not be confused with EU tenders, although there can be some similarities. Another funding body in Europe is the European Research Council established by

1534-605: The Connecticut River. New Hampshire Route 120 passes north–south through downtown Lebanon, leading north into Hanover and south to Claremont . New Hampshire Route 12A begins in West Lebanon and heads south along the Connecticut River to Claremont. Near the eastern border of the city, New Hampshire Route 4A leaves US 4 to travel southeast towards Wilmot and central New Hampshire. Lebanon Airport , adjacent to West Lebanon, has passenger service to Boston and New York City provided by Cape Air . Free public bus service for

1593-853: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). The European Commission provides financing through numerous specific calls for project proposals. These may be within Framework Programmes . Although there are many 7-year programmes that are renewed that provide money for various purposes. These may be structural funds , youth programmes and education programmes . There are also occasional one-off grants to deal with unforeseen aspects or special projects and themes. Most of these are administered through what are called National Agencies, but some are administered directly through

1652-727: The European Commission in 2007: see European Research Council#Grants offered . Similarly there are calls and various projects that are funded by this council. The European Commission and the Council of Europe also operate a joint grant-funding programme. Denmark has an educational universal grant system, SU ( Statens Uddannelsesstøtte , the State Education Fund). It is available to all students from 18 years of age, with no upper limit, who are currently taking courses. There are two systems of SU. In addition to

1711-542: The Kilton Library is the only library in the U.S. running a Tor exit node. However, in August of that same year, Kilton Library's IT Manager, Chuck McAndrew, said they still hoped other libraries would run their own, adding, "We always planned on our library simply being the pilot for a larger nationwide program. Like everything, this will take time. We continue to talk to other libraries, and the Library Freedom Project

1770-581: The Kilton Public Library in Lebanon, New Hampshire to become in July 2015 the first library in the United States to host Tor, running a middle relay on its excess bandwidth. This service was put on hold in early September, however, when the library was visited by the local police department after they had received a "heads up" e-mail from Department of Homeland Security highlighting the criminal uses of

1829-566: The National Institutes of Health (NIH) grants for biomedical research are prominent examples. Grants serve a wide array of purposes, each designed to address specific needs or goals. Research grants are essential for advancing knowledge and innovation in various fields, including science, technology, medicine, and social sciences. These grants enable researchers to conduct experiments, collect data, and publish findings that can lead to breakthroughs and new technologies. Agencies like

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1888-627: The National Science Foundation (NSF) and the European Research Council (ERC) are major funders of research grants. Educational grants help increase access to education by providing financial support to students and institutions. These grants can cover tuition fees, books, and living expenses, making higher education more accessible to disadvantaged populations. Teacher training and curriculum development programs also benefit from educational grants, improving

1947-557: The Pell Grant in the United States, which helps low-income students pay for college, and the Horizon Europe program, which funds research and innovation projects across Europe. For businesses, government grants are financial contributions provided by federal, provincial, or municipal governments to help businesses achieve specific goals, such as innovation, expansion, job creation, and export development. For example, in Canada,

2006-643: The Rev. Eleazar Wheelock , who arrived in 1770 and founded Dartmouth College . Lebanon, Connecticut, was the original home of Moor's Charity School , the antecedent of Dartmouth College. Early settlement concentrated along the Connecticut River in what is now West Lebanon , and in the Mascoma Lake region near Enfield . In the mid-19th century, a mill district developed at falls on the Mascoma River . Industries included, at various times, furniture mills,

2065-717: The Tor network (and which falsely claimed that this was the network's primary usage), whereupon the library began reconsidering the deployment from a public relations perspective. After an outpouring of support from the Electronic Frontier Foundation , the Massachusetts and New Hampshire affiliates of the ACLU , the Tor Project itself, an editorial in the local paper Valley News strongly in favor of

2124-1427: The United States, Library Freedom Project provides workshops to educate librarians about "some of the major surveillance programs and authorizations, including the USA PATRIOT Act , section 702 of the FISA Amendments Act , PRISM , XKEYSCORE , and more, connecting the NSA ’s dragnet with FBI and local police surveillance". They also discuss current and developing privacy law on both the federal and state levels, in addition to advising librarians how to handle issues like gag orders and National Security Letters . Other topics covered include Privacy Enhancing Technology (PET) that might help library patrons browse anonymously or evade online tracking. Furthermore, LFP conducts classes for library patrons that focus on on-line security and privacy. Privacy Advocate librarians adapt materials and topics to accommodate every user, from beginner to advanced, to determine their privacy needs. Library patrons, including but not limited to domestic violence survivors, political activists , whistle blowers , journalists , and LGBTQ teens or adults, require different approaches to privacy. LFP Director Alison Macrina observes that, "Digital security isn’t about which tools you use; rather, it’s about understanding

2183-617: The United States, grants most often come from a wide range of government departments or an even wider range of public and private trusts and foundations. According to the Foundation Center there are over 88,000 trusts and foundations in the country that collectively distribute more than $ 40 billion annually. Conducting research on trusts and foundations can be a slightly more intricate process, often requiring access to subscription-based directories or databases for comprehensive information. Most often, education grants are issued by

2242-525: The awarding or renewal of contracts and grants, or attempting to influence legislative or regulatory action" would generally not be treated as eligible for grant funding and therefore funded organisations would need to fund these activities in some other way. The Scottish Government has indicated it would not be introducing similar measures. As of 2021, 6 out of the top 10 charities in England and Wales (as measured by expenditure on charitable activities) make grants to individuals and/or organisations. In

2301-519: The city broke ground on a new middle school for grades 5–8 to replace an aging junior high facility and overcrowded elementary school facilities. Lebanon Middle School was completed in 2012. Located on the downtown pedestrian mall is the Lebanon campus of Claremont -based River Valley Community College . Also downtown, the Alliance for the Visual Arts (AVA) offers classes in arts and crafts in

2360-486: The city. The western boundary of Lebanon is the Connecticut River , which is also the state boundary with Vermont . The village of West Lebanon occupies the western part of the city, along the Connecticut River. Downtown Lebanon is 3 miles (5 km) to the east, along the Mascoma River , a tributary of the Connecticut. The city is fully within the Connecticut River watershed . The southern end of Moose Mountain

2419-614: The coldest temperature recorded was −34 °F (−36.7 °C) on January 14, 1957. As of the census of 2010, there were 13,151 people, 6,186 households, and 3,269 families residing in the city. The population density was 326.2 inhabitants per square mile (125.9/km ). There were 6,649 housing units at an average density of 164.9 per square mile (63.7/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 88.4% White , 1.6% African American , 0.30% Native American , 6.8% Asian , 0.00% Pacific Islander , 0.80% some other race , and 2.10% from two or more races . Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.9% of

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2478-784: The creation and preservation of artistic works, the operation of cultural institutions, and the promotion of cultural heritage. Organizations like the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and the Arts Council England provide funding for artists, museums, theaters, and other cultural entities. Environmental grants support projects that protect and restore natural resources, promote sustainable practices, and address climate change. These grants fund activities such as habitat restoration, renewable energy development, and environmental education. Notable examples include grants from

2537-555: The end of the course, participants create capstone projects for use by the wider LFP community of librarians for teaching and research dissemination. As of July 2020, there have been four cohorts of Library Freedom Institute with over 100 graduates from the program. Since its inception, the Library Freedom Institute has been supported by grants from the Institute of Museum and Library Services . Working with American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) affiliates across

2596-593: The funder if their purpose could not be fulfilled, good accounting practice requires that grant income is not recognised "until there is reasonable assurance that the entity will adhere to the conditions which are attached to the grant". In 2016, the UK Government introduced proposals to include an "anti-lobbying clause" in grant-funding agreements, i.e. payments which "support lobbying or activity intended to influence or attempt to influence Parliament, Government or political parties, or attempting to influence

2655-655: The government grant scheme, more than 35,000 grants in Denmark exists, which is the second largest number of foundations in Europe by country. The foundations are estimated to possess 400 billion Danish kroner (US$ 60 billion) in accessible funds. Grant-giving organizations in Ireland include the Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering and Technology and Science Foundation Ireland for research grants. Major grant organisations funded and operated by

2714-620: The government include: Grants are made available in the United Kingdom for a variety of business, charitable and research purposes. The biggest grant distributors are government departments and agencies which offer grants to third-party organisations (often a charitable organisation ) to carry out statutory work on their behalf. Other major grant distributors in the United Kingdom are the National Lottery , charitable trusts and corporate foundations (through Corporate Social Responsibility policies). For example, Google contributes to

2773-433: The grants process through its Google Grants programme, where any charitable organization can benefit financially from free Google Ads advertising if they share Google's social responsibility outcomes. Grants are time limited (usually between one and three years) and are offered to implement existing government policies, to pilot new ways of doing things or to secure agreed outcomes. A grant will usually only be given for

2832-740: The major towns in the area including Lebanon is provided by Advance Transit , with weekday service to destinations such as Dartmouth–Hitchcock Medical Center , shopping plazas in West Lebanon, the villages of Lebanon and West Lebanon, as well as Hanover and White River Junction. Southeast Vermont Transit also provides a peak direction commuter bus route between DHMC to Bellows Falls, Vermont that also runs on weekdays. The closest Greyhound bus terminal and Amtrak train station are both located in White River Junction, Vermont . Dartmouth Coach offers daily express bus service to Boston's Logan Airport and to New York City. Downtown Lebanon

2891-500: The pilot project, and virtually unanimous public testimony, the library board of trustees decided on 15 September 2015 to renew the anonymity service, letting stand its previous unanimous vote to establish the middle relay. A dozen libraries and their supporters nationwide expressed interest hosting their own nodes after the DHS involvement became public (an example of the Streisand effect ), and U.S. Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif) released

2950-446: The population. There were 6,186 households, out of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.5% were married couples living together, 8.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 47.2% were non-families. 36.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.4% were someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size

3009-437: The quality of education. Community development grants aim to improve the quality of life in communities through projects that address issues such as housing, public safety, economic development, and social services. These grants can fund the construction of affordable housing, the establishment of community centers, and programs that provide job training and support to underserved populations. Grants for arts and culture support

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3068-592: The running of a Tor exit node is an unsettled area of Canadian law, and that institutions are more capable than individuals to cope with legal pressures, Alison Macrina has opined that in some ways she would like to see intelligence agencies and law enforcement attempt to intervene in the event that an exit node were established. Also in March 2016, the Library Freedom Project was awarded the Free Software Foundation 's 2015 Free Software Award for Projects of Social Benefit at MIT . As of 26 June 2016,

3127-463: The state capital, and 60 miles (97 km) northwest along I-89 to Montpelier , the capital of Vermont. U.S. Route 4 passes east–west through the centers of Lebanon and West Lebanon, leading east to Enfield and eventually Concord, and west towards Rutland, Vermont . New Hampshire Route 10 leads south from Lebanon along Interstate 89, eventually diverging to go to Newport . Route 10 leads north from West Lebanon into Hanover and points north along

3186-488: The threats you face and how you can counter those threats. To become more secure, you must determine what you need to protect, and whom you need to protect it from. Threats can change depending on where you’re located, what you’re doing, and whom you’re working with." Library Freedom Project is a member of the torservers.net network, an organization of nonprofits which specializes in the general establishment of exit nodes via workshops and donations. Tor's pilot project enabled

3245-494: The village of West Lebanon, a major shopping district has sprung up at the intersection of Route 12A and I-89. Lebanon has undertaken improvements to its recreational facilities, including miles of hiking trails, a municipal ski area, a swimming pool and several sports fields. In 1991, the Dartmouth–Hitchcock Medical Center , along with most departments of Dartmouth Medical School , moved from Hanover to

3304-409: Was 2.10, and the average family size was 2.76. In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.5% from age 0-19, 6.3% from 20 to 24, 30.3% from 25 to 44, 27.6% from 45 to 64, and 15.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39.4 years. The male population was 47.4% of the total, while the female population was 52.6%. For the period 2011–2015, the estimated median annual income for

3363-548: Was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986. The land that later developed into the park was donated in 1792 by Robert Colburn as the site for the community's meeting house, serving the purposes of church and town hall. Arterial roads were built to the area, and it began to develop as a commercial and civic center in the early 19th century. A weekly farmers' market is held there between June and September along with many community activities throughout

3422-439: Was mistaken for Lebanon. The mill district, like the railroad, declined into the 1950s and 1960s. The town suffered two major fires; the second, in 1964, destroyed a large portion of the old mill district. Reconstruction resulted in a controversial urban renewal project featuring a closed-off district, called The Mall, built to replace the destroyed Hanover Street area. Partly in defiance of economic decline, and partly to counter

3481-547: Was the first library in the U.S. to host a node of the Tor anonymity network . The Carter Community Building Association (CCBA) operates an after-school activity center for primary school children and a fitness center for teens and adults. Salt Hill Pub frequently features live musical performances. The Colburn Park Historic District is at the heart of Lebanon, consisting of Colburn Park and buildings around it—and many 19th-century buildings immediately adjacent to these. The district

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