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MORE THAN BOOKS AND BUILDINGS

What we do

The Library Foundation is a lean, nimble nonprofit that partners with librarians to expand Multnomah County Library's exceptional work. We work with librarians to determine where private support will enable the library to test and expand programs and initiatives, especially those that make a life-changing difference for children facing risk factors for low literacy.

 

Last year, the library reached more than 190,000 children and adults with programs, books, and literacy initiatives made possible by gifts to The Library Foundation. We focus on early literacy, school-age success, and learning for life. Over the next four years, we will also support enhancements to buildings that will transform library services for children and teens. Our supporters help the library reach children and families in every neighborhood and school district across our community.

The Library Foundation is the nonprofit designated by Multnomah County Library to receive bequests and planned gifts, large and small, that benefit the library.

Two sisters imerse themselves in a world of possibilities at Multnomah County Library. They build their literacy skills, do homework, and participate in activities that will help them recognize their full potential.
Early Literacy
EARLY LITERACY

The first five years of life define a child’s

future.

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SCHOOL AGE SUCCESS

Learning to read and reading to learn go

hand-in-hand

Multnomah County Library helps each pers
LEARNING FOR LIFE

Our library

adds depth and richness to

our lives

Multnomah County Library's Central Libra
PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE

Responding to

the emerging

needs of 

the community

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