Online Resources for Libraries

The State Library provides Iowa libraries access to a variety of online resources and tools to enhance information access for patrons and support the important work libraries do. Some are provided at no cost to libraries while others use a cost share model or provide discounts for libraries.

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Federally Funded

WhoFi

WhoFi offers a suite of online tools for library management.

Federally Funded
District Support
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State of Iowa Libraries Online (SILO)

SILO offers resource sharing services, including the Iowa Locator, the statewide union catalog, and the SILO Interlibrary Loan System.

Online Resources
Federally Funded

OCLC FirstSearch

Online service that gives library and education professionals access to a rich collection of reference databases.

Online Resources
Federally Funded

Foundation Directory

Foundation Directory is a research tool to help libraries and nonprofits find the grantmakers most likely to fund their projects.

Federally Funded
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Bridges eLibrary

Bridges is the eBook and audiobook buying consortium for Iowa public libraries.

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Federally Funded

Brainfuse

Brainfuse is an online resource provider for homework help and tutoring, career services, veteran's support, and more.

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Iowa Library Directory

The Iowa Library Directory is an online database for Iowa library information.

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Iowa CatExpress Consortium

OCLC CatExpress is a fast and easy copy cataloging solution, designed for any library that needs a streamlined tool for obtaining full MARC records.