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Imagining a Brighter Future for Boston and Beyond

Supported by passionate citizens from across the Commonwealth, the Boston Public Library Fund provides essential resources to help the BPL realize its mission and serve the common good.

The Fund in Action

National Library Week

Tapping Into the Power of People 

In  recent  years,  patron  demand  has  outpaced  the  Library’s  capacity  for  certain  critical  and  innovative services  and  resources.  To  meet  this  growing  need, forward-thinking  private  donors  have  funded  several new  staff  positions.

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National Library Week

ALA Releases State of America’s Libraries Report

On April 24, the American Library Association (ALA) kicks off National Library Week with the release of its annual State of America’s Libraries Report, highlighting the challenges U.S. libraries face – as well as the ways they innovated to meet the needs of their communities. 

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View BPLF’s Estate Planning Webinar

This one-hour webinar contains practical information to create an estate plan—including wills, trusts, and power-of-attorney—that supports your family and defines your legacy.

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Team BPL Begins Training

Training is well under way for Team BPL, the Library’s Boston Marathon team. On April 17, 15 dedicated runners will complete the 26.2-mile course.

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Bates Medal Awarded to Ibram X. Kendi and Bank of America

The Boston Public Library awarded the Bates Medal to Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, Director and Founder of the Boston University Center for Antiracist Research, and Bank of America, with Mr. Miceal Chamberlain, Managing Director and Massachusetts President of Bank of America, accepting.

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Emerging Leaders Raise Significant Funds for Library

Congratulations to the Emerging Leaders of the Boston Public Library Fund for hosting an incredible Night in the Stacks. This inaugural event for young Bostonians, held on October 14, raised more than $111,000 for the Library’s programs, services, and collections.

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