We took donors on a visit to the West Englewood branch library to see early literacy investments at work.
PROGRAMS WE SUPPORT
CYBERNAVIGATORS
Helping library patrons build their digital skills with FREE one-on-one and small group computer sessions.
CYBERNAVIGATORS
4,888
hours of computer help provided each month by CyberNavigators.
Learn MoreEARLY LEARNING
Spaces and programming to help children ages 0 to 5 get a head start on learning.
EARLY LEARNING
Spaces
Spaces incorporate interactive play, toys and games, and STEM-based learning opportunities for kids. for kids.
Learn MoreONE BOOK, ONE CHICAGO
Chicago’s citywide reading program for adults featuring events and discussions around one book and theme.
ONE BOOK, ONE CHICAGO
20,000+
Chicagoans participated in One Book programming in the 2015-2016 season.
Learn MoreSUMMER LEARNING CHALLENGE
Keeps kids reading, exploring, and building skills all summer long!
SUMMER LEARNING CHALLENGE
100,000
children read, learn and discover every summer
Learn MoreTEACHER IN THE LIBRARY
Accredited teachers help kids complete homework and improve their study habits.
TEACHER IN THE LIBRARY
90,000+
Teacher in the Library sessions took place during the 2015-16 school year.
Learn MoreYOUMEDIA
Dedicated spaces where teens can study, work on group projects, and learn new skills.
YOUMEDIA
40,000+
visits visits logged at YOUmedia's twelve locations.
Learn MoreFeatured Post
New Thomas Hughes Children’s Library is OPEN for business, er fun!
Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Exelon executives, Chicago Public Library, and Library Foundation leadership, officially commemorated the reopening of the Thomas Hughes Children’s Library #PoweredbyExelon.
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July 20, 2017 05/29/15 Promoting Early Literacy Across Chicago -
July 20, 2017 05/29/15 Librarian-Picked, Summer Learning Challenge Book Lists!Every summer, the phenomenal librarians at Chicago Public Library come together and develop a special reading list, and they share their exclusive process with us. -
June 23, 2017 05/29/15 The 2017 Explorer Guide is HERE!Find out what's in their year's Explorer's Guide and activate your Super Explorer today!
MAJOR DONORS
Make an investment:
$25
Funds 16 people in 1 hour of Maker Lab workshops
$50
Sponsors eight kids in the Summer Learning Challenge
$100
Sponsors homework help for 10 kids with a Teacher in the Library
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