📢 We have news...BIG NEWS. 📢 The library world is buzzing today with an exciting update on construction projects of Louisville Free Public Library. 📚🎉 Thanks to a generous matching challenge from the James Graham Brown Foundation, every new donation supporting the ONE LIBRARY, ONE LOUISVILLE capital campaign will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $1.5 million! 🙌😍🙌 Join us in bringing these game-changing library projects to our city! ❤ Reopen the Parkland Library ❤ Renovate and expand the Main and Portland libraries ❤ Build a brand-new library in Fern Creek You can get the scoop on the announcement at WLKY. https://lnkd.in/e_xcZqdp Visit https://lnkd.in/ee_uVtjd to learn more or donate. #OneLibraryOneLouisville
The Library Foundation
Civic and Social Organizations
Louisville, KY 189 followers
To benefit, promote, support, encourage, and enhance the programs and services of the Louisville Free Public Library.
About us
Since 1980, the Library Foundation has supported the Louisville Free Public Library by raising private dollars to supplement public funding received by LFPL. Public dollars from state and local governments cover only a portion of the library’s expenses. It takes interested people – like you – to add the margin of excellence the community wants and needs in a library system.
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https://lfplfoundation.org/
External link for The Library Foundation
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Louisville, KY
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1980
- Specialties
- fundraising, community building, promotion, and grant writing
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Primary
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301 York St
Louisville, KY 40203, US
Employees at The Library Foundation
Updates
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📚 Thrilled to spotlight the Christian Science Monitor’s enlightening video uncovering a significant chapter in history: the Western Branch of the Louisville Free Public Library system. From the visionary leadership of Thomas Fountain Blue to the unwavering commitment of Branch Manager Natalie Woods in safeguarding its heritage, this narrative stands as a tribute to the profound impact of libraries in nurturing learning and unity. Tune in and be captivated by the pioneering initiatives that molded a trailblazer in library administration and education. https://lnkd.in/eFj3uJqZ #LFPL #StrongerLibraryStrongerLouisville
Preserving the history of America's first Black library
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Do you want to write your next chapter with the Library Foundation? We're #hiring an innovative Community and Civic Engagement Coordinator to expand awareness and philanthropic support for the Louisville Free Public Library. If you're energized by working with local and state elected officials, enjoy connecting with library supporters and leaders, and want to have a positive influence in our community, we want you to be part of our story. Help us write our future!