Literacy lies at the heart of the Library’s mission. Because third-grade reading levels are one of the best predictors of future academic success, ensuring Boston’s children have access to books from the earliest age is critical. You Can Read 1K B4 Pre-K is a revolutionary program of the Boston Public Library with the goal of enabling every young child in Boston to read 1,000 books before the start of kindergarten. Story hours and multilingual book giveaways help instill a passion for reading in children and their parents, and the Beanstack app tracks reading milestones and collects community achievements all in one place. The BPLF helps ensure that programs like this can be rolled out at every branch throughout the system so that all young Bostonians discover the joy of reading.
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With one week remaining before March comes to a close, now is the time to become the newest member of Patrons of the Courtyard! Make your gift of $2,500 or more today and you’ll enjoy two private events this spring: a tour of the Sargent Gallery and an opportunity to go behind-the-scenes at the Map Center.
This is your chance to join a distinguished group of donors committed to furthering the BPL’s exceptional collections, programs, and services. Use the link in our bio to join today.
Mar 24
Name: Quincy Kayton
Hometown: Charlestown
“This will be my first marathon! I`m a member of the Boston Public Library Fund’s Emerging Leaders, so fundraising for Team BPL was a natural choice. But beyond that, I`ve spent my life studying, volunteering, and borrowing from libraries and am thrilled at the opportunity to help support the BPL`s mission and the communities it serves.
My husband Kelvin has been my biggest supporter! He and our dog Lola follow me on long runs with water, goo, and cheers and will also follow me on bike for late night runs. It makes the longer runs feel like a family affair!”
** With 5 weeks to go before the Boston Marathon, we are profiling members of Team BPL and are excited to share their passion for reading and running with you! They need your support to cross the finish line on their fundraising – please consider making a gift on Quincy`s page today! Go to givengain.com/cc/teambpl2023 **
Mar 20
Thank you, Dr. Lynn Perry Wooten, for dedicating a seat in the Central Library’s Rabb Hall! Dr. Wooten is President of @simmonsuniversity as well as a Trustee of @bplboston. We’re grateful for your support and advocacy, Dr. Wooten! To learn more about dedicating a seat in Rabb Hall and the impact your gift can make on the Library, visit bplfund.org/rabb.
Mar 16
Did you know the Boston Public Library Fund recognizes annual leadership donors through the Patrons of the Courtyard society? The society draws its name from the Central Library’s most iconic space and members enjoy access to a range of exclusive experiences and events including our signature Celebration in the Courtyard, private tours, and opportunities to go behind-the-scenes.
During the month of March, you can become the newest member of Patrons of the Courtyard by making a gift of $2,500 or more. This is your chance to join a distinguished group of donors who are committed to furthering the BPL’s exceptional collections, programs, and services.
Join today at: bplfund.org/patrons
Mar 15
Name: Hailey Swett 🙋♀️
Hometown: Medford (I’m a Tufts student!) 📚
"The Boston Public Library is one of my favorite places in the city. As a college student, I spend countless hours studying there. It is a place that makes me feel safe, protected, and at peace. Additionally, I believe that the BPL does essential work for the community, and I want to give back. Lastly, it is my goal to become a librarian, so running for Team BPL seems only fitting!
My dad and I signed up for the 2020 Boston Marathon but we ended up running it virtually in Vermont and New Hampshire on a course we designed. My dad and I are running together again in April, and I can’t wait to be on the real course!"
** With six weeks to go before the Boston Marathon, we are profiling members of Team BPL and are excited to share their passion for reading and running with you! They need your support to cross the finish line on their fundraising – please consider making a gift on Hailey`s page today! Go to givengain.com/cc/teambpl2023 **
Mar 13
Thank you, Ben Harris and Danielle Chow, for dedicating a seat in the Central Library’s Rabb Hall! Ben and Danielle find themselves at the @bplboston Central Library weekly, whether they come to borrow books, grab a coffee at the Newsfeed Café, enjoy the Courtyard, or attend an event. They decided to dedicate a seat in memory of the Harris family dog, Henry, pictured here. We think this is such a sweet way to pay tribute to a beloved member of the family.
To learn more about dedicating a seat in Rabb Hall and the impact your gift can make on the Library, visit bplfund.org/rabb.
Mar 9
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