EveryLibrary Institute in the News 2025

Throughout 2025, the EveryLibrary Institute was regularly cited, featured, and relied upon by national media, professional associations, academic institutions, and philanthropic partners for its research, convening power, and practical leadership on issues affecting libraries, higher education, civic participation, and the freedom to read. 

From original polling and applied research to major foundation investments, legal developments, and grassroots funding interventions, these stories reflect how the EveryLibrary Institute’s work is shaping conversations and outcomes across the library, publishing, education, and public-policy landscapes. 

2025 In the News

EveryLibrary Institute Publishes “Review of Recent Book Ban Polls and Voter Surveys”
Info Docket | February 14, 2025
https://www.infodocket.com/2025/02/14/everylibrary-publishes-review-of-recent-book-ban-polls-and-voter-survey/ 

Donors raise enough funds for Fairhope Library to offset the loss of state aid in Alabama
Political Reporter | March 24, 2025
https://www.alreporter.com/2025/03/24/donors-raise-enough-funds-for-fairhope-library-to-offset-loss-of-state-aid/

Brigham Young University Wins Top Place in PRSSA's 2025 Bateman Case Study Competition
PRSA | May 9, 2025
https://www.prsa.org/news/2025/05/09/BYU-wins-top-place-in-2025-bateman-case-study-competition 


‘We Are Stronger Than Censorship’ Receives Support from Book Manufacturers Institute
Publishers Weekly | May 29, 2025
https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/manufacturing/article/97873-anti-book-banning-initiative-gets-industry-support.html 

EveryLibrary Institute to Host Civics Webinars
Infotoday | June 17, 2025
https://newsbreaks.infotoday.com/Digest/EveryLibrary-Institute-to-Host-Civics-Webinars-170051.asp 

Mellon Foundation Awards EveryLibrary Institute $600,000 Grant
Publishers Weekly | August 26, 2025
https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/newsbrief/index.html?record=5511 

Mellon Foundation awards $600,000 grant to EveryLibrary 
Charleston Hub | September 1, 2025
https://www.charleston-hub.com/2025/09/mellon-foundation-awards-600000-grant-to-everylibrary-institute-plus-more-atg-news-and-announcements-for-9-4-25/

EveryLibrary Commits to Expanding Its Initiatives for Academic Libraries
InfoDocket | September 4, 2025
https://newsbreaks.infotoday.com/Digest/EveryLibrary-Commits-to-Expanding-Its-Initiatives-for-Academic-Libraries-171297.asp 

Federal Judge Rules Texas Book Ratings Law Unconstitutional
Publishers Weekly | October 23, 2025
https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/bookselling/article/98927-federal-judge-orders-permanent-injunction-against-texas-book-ratings-law.html 

EveryLibrary Institute Signs Declaration to Protect Academic Research from U.S. Government
InfoDocket | November 11, 2025
https://www.infodocket.com/2025/11/17/everylibrary-institute-signs-declaration-to-protect-academic-research-from-u-s-government-censorship/ 


Trump called the Digital Equity Act ‘racist and illegal.’ This nonprofit is pushing back
Yahoo! New | November 13, 2025
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/trump-called-digital-equity-act-105359223.html 

Fairhope Public Library (AL) $42,000 Donation via FundLibraries with Read Freely Alabama
December 2, 2025: 

• Alabama Reporter - Read Freely donates $40K to Fairhope library to replace state funds
• Gulf Coast Media - Fairhope Public Library presented $42k check to supplement loss of state funding
• Alabama.com -  Will Fairhope library lose funding again in 2026? Donation replaces state cuts
• Alabama Reflector - Fairhope Public Library receives donations to cover funding canceled by state
• Chattanooga Times - Alabama library receives donations to cover funding canceled by state

Can a Trump executive order on gender reshape TN libraries?
Tennessean | December 27, 2025
https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/2025/12/27/can-a-trump-executive-order-on-gender-reshape-tn-libraries/87558236007/

Taken together, these independent news stories document a year of sustained impact—one in which the EveryLibrary Institute helped translate research into action, partnerships into protection, and values into measurable results for libraries and the communities they serve. As threats to access, academic freedom, and digital equity continue to evolve, this coverage underscores the Institute’s role as a trusted, cross-sector resource committed to evidence-based advocacy, durable infrastructure, and long-term solutions for libraries nationwide.

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