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Chicago Public Library Foundation

40 years of powering our Library.

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At the Chicago Public Library Foundation, we turn donations from individuals, families, foundations, and companies into life-changing resources for Chicagoans of all ages, across our Library’s 81 branches.

For 40 years, our donor community has equipped students to succeed in school, supported Chicagoans to enter and advance into the workforce, expanded access to arts, music, and making, and connected neighbors to one another.

Impact by the Numbers

400,000

Chicagoans served

$6.6 million

Invested across all programs

2,800+

total donors

The numbers tell the story. So do the people. Behind every stat is a life transformed thanks to the support of Chicagoans like you. See the impact up close


Ways You can get Involved

Transform lives. Become a supporter today.