More Than a Number: Measuring Value and ROI in a Library Microgrant Program

Title

More Than a Number: Measuring Value and ROI in a Library Microgrant Program

Description

The objective of this study was to identify whether the internal microgrant program at the University of Houston Libraries provided a suitable return on investment. This study identified three criteria for assessing return on investment from library microgrants: engagement, continuation, and professional impact. The results indicated that compared to costs for other library outreach programs and events, the amount for the microgrant program is not excessive. However, it resulted in significant participation and impact, with many continuing positive outcomes. Internal microgrant programs offered a positive return on investment for the University of Houston Libraries during the period reviewed. This study will help with the decision-making process of other libraries looking to fund similar programs. It also has implications for assessment in libraries with similar existing programs.

Creator

Komos, Keith
Condron, Melody
Gao, Wenli

Source

https://journal.calaijol.org/index.php/ijol/issue/view/7

Publisher

International Journal of Librarianship

Date

2018-07-17

Format

application/pdf

Language

eng

Type

Text
Journal Article

Date Issued

2018-07-17

Is Part Of

International Journal of Librarianship

Extent

3(1), 94–103

Position: 946 (23 views)

Files

admin,+Journal+manager,+0007-final.pdf

Citation

Komos, Keith, Condron, Melody , and Gao, Wenli , “More Than a Number: Measuring Value and ROI in a Library Microgrant Program,” CALASYS - CALA Academic Resources & Repository System, accessed September 7, 2024, https://ir.cala-web.org/items/show/1264.