Power Our Library.
Empower Every Chicagoan.
Meet André Smith: Library and Reading Champion!
André shares his Read-A-Thon tips and tricks—and some of his favorite reads!
Read-A-Thon Must Reads!
Go all around the world with these book recs from Monika’s Book Blog.
Beat your Read-A-Thon Goal with these books!
Hitting a reading block? Check out these book recs from Read-A-Thon media partner, Isaac!Meet André Smith: Library and Reading Champion!
André shares his Read-A-Thon tips and tricks—and some of his favorite reads!Read-A-Thon Must Reads!
Go all around the world with these book recs from Monika’s Book Blog.Beat your Read-A-Thon Goal with these books!
Hitting a reading block? Check out these book recs from Read-A-Thon media partner, Isaac!
Creating pathways to learning, creativity, and civic engagement in every neighborhood, for every Chicagoan.
The Chicago Public Library Foundation accelerates the potential of our public library by investing in resources that transform lives and communities. With the support of the Library Foundation community, we are committed to building a stronger and more equitable Chicago.
The Library Foundation partners with Chicago Public Library to drive equitable access to learning, creativity, and digital literacy resources.
Our work is defined by three overarching impact priorities.
Close the Academic Opportunity Gap
Activate Creativity and Connection
Bridge the Digital Divide
Impact by the numbers
Our donors activate real change
$3,700,000+
Total raised by 1,600+ donors
125,000+
Patrons served
58,000+
Grab and Go activity kits distributed to children, teens, and young adults
9,000+
Virtual Programs offered for all age groups
Meet the community
Everyone has a library story. Learn how your support impacts Chicagoans, families, communities and our entire city.
Meet the Maker: Faith Humphrey Hill
Community Spotlight: Lilliane, a bibliophile who understands the impact of Chicago Public Library
