Estonia’s public libraries are struggling to maintain their collections due to inadequate financial resources, according to a recent communication from the Estonian Librarians' Association to the Ministry of Culture. The association reports that current funding levels are insufficient to purchase a necessary volume of books and other materials. This shortfall impacts the libraries’ ability to serve their communities effectively. The letter directly appeals to the Ministry of Culture to address the funding issue. The situation raises concerns about access to literature and information for Estonian citizens. No specific figures regarding the funding shortage were provided in the initial report, but the association emphasized the urgency of the problem. The Ministry of Culture has yet to publicly respond to the concerns raised.