
Celebrating Holly Safford
“My relationship with the Boston Public Library spans decades, and my sons knew this was the perfect way to recognize my appreciation for such a special institution,” said Holly.
“My relationship with the Boston Public Library spans decades, and my sons knew this was the perfect way to recognize my appreciation for such a special institution,” said Holly.
“My relationship with the Boston Public Library spans decades, and my sons knew this was the perfect way to recognize my appreciation for such a special institution,” said Holly.
The $175,000 grant supports the creation of a Workforce Development librarian position and the expansion of programming. The program is part of the Library’s overarching theme — Repairing America —
A gift of $25,000 will fund community programming and instrument lending in the branch’s state-of-the art Music Room.
English as a Second Language Classes continue online in 2020… Attendance Doubles!
One in three children enters kindergarten without the tools necessary to learn to read. The Future Readers Club works to even that playing field.
The BPL is bridging the digital divide with Home Connectivity Kits, where patrons can “check out the internet” with a laptop, hot spot, and multilingual quick-start guides.
The Boston Public Library (BPL) announced it has received $2.1 million in private funding to revitalize the library’s Founding Research Collection. Two gifts are making this work possible: a contribution
Give Now The BPL Central Library and its 25 branches are conveners of people, resources, and ideas. In our current pandemic world, we have seen Library staff go above and
Love is in the air! Did you know February is a month to celebrate your love of… libraries? Library Lovers’ month is a time to recognize the value of libraries,
Ione Malloy — BPL Fund donor and author of Southie Won’t Go: A Teacher’s Diary of the Desegregation of South Boston High School — shares that her fondest childhood memories included
Thanks to a $75,000 grant from an anonymous donor, we are able to add additional digital copies of books on the BPL Antiracist reading collection. This funding allows patrons to gain
The Boston Public Library’s Homework Assistance Program (HAP) provides free, 100% accessible academic support for thousands of K-8 students in the city. HAP also provides employment and post-secondary skills development
The Boston Public Library is pleased to announce the creation of an expansive new booklet celebrating the art, architecture, and built heritage of the Central Library in Copley Square. Visitors
The Boston Public Library English as a Second Language (ESL) classes have grown tremendously since the onset of COVID-19.
Jeff Hawkins, BPLF Board Chair, and Paula Sakey, BPLF Executive Director, welcome Greg Shell to the Fund Board of Directors.
This year, the Boston Public Library’s annual Concerts in the Courtyard series is still on, streaming live! Enjoy the best music from anywhere now through the end of August.
Thank you to the individuals and organizations that supported Books for Boston, a campaign that purchased and safely delivered more than 6,000 books to 28 non-profits serving individuals impacted by COVID-19.
National Library Week, April 3 – 9, celebrates public libraries and highlights the valuable role they play in transforming lives and strengthening communities.
With the support of Granite Telecommunications, more Bostonians will be able to access the information they need to thrive.
The Boston Public Library Fund is pleased to recognize Amazon for their $150,000 gift in support of Teen Programming at the Boston Public Library (BPL).
The Yawkey Foundation has generously committed $50,000 to the Boston Public Library Fund for the creation of Peer Navigator programming at the Boston Public Library (BPL). The Yawkey Foundation’s support enables the BPL to augment
IMLS Supports BPL ESL Programs with $50K Grant!
NEH Grant revives Community History Projects put on hold due to COVID 19 pandemic.
With $200,000 from the National Endowment for the Humanities, the BPL will make one of America’s oldest traditions of newspaper more accessible to all.
The $175,000 grant supports the creation of a Workforce Development librarian position and the expansion of programming. The program is part of the Library’s overarching theme — Repairing America — for 2021. Workforce Development manages
A gift of $25,000 will fund community programming and instrument lending in the branch’s state-of-the art Music Room.
English as a Second Language Classes continue online in 2020… Attendance Doubles!
One in three children enters kindergarten without the tools necessary to learn to read. The Future Readers Club works to even that playing field.
The BPL is bridging the digital divide with Home Connectivity Kits, where patrons can “check out the internet” with a laptop, hot spot, and multilingual quick-start guides.
The Boston Public Library (BPL) announced it has received $2.1 million in private funding to revitalize the library’s Founding Research Collection. Two gifts are making this work possible: a contribution to the Boston Public Library
Give Now The BPL Central Library and its 25 branches are conveners of people, resources, and ideas. In our current pandemic world, we have seen Library staff go above and beyond to keep patrons connected.
Love is in the air! Did you know February is a month to celebrate your love of… libraries? Library Lovers’ month is a time to recognize the value of libraries, and all the special things
Ione Malloy — BPL Fund donor and author of Southie Won’t Go: A Teacher’s Diary of the Desegregation of South Boston High School — shares that her fondest childhood memories included the BPL and is Ione’s
Thank you to Emerging Leaders President Adrienne Zak Hunt and BPL President David Leonard for the interesting webinar conversation earlier today. The audience asked terrific questions (thank you!) and we learned so much about the Library`s priorities for the upcoming year.
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Dec 6
As we close out Native American Heritage Month, you won’t want to miss this impressive booklist of recent titles focusing on the cultures, histories, experiences, and diversity of Native American communities. These 78 books were compiled by our incredible BPL librarians from the Chinatown, Connolly, and Roslindale branches along with staff from the Central Library in Copley Square. 📚
Nov 30
Today is Giving Tuesday!💙 Your donation will support the world-class collections, programs, and services offered by the Boston Public Library.
When you make your gift, you’ll receive a bookmark featuring the iconic lions from the McKim Building and be entered to win a library lion swag bag!
#Givingtuesday #library #BostonPublicLibrary
Nov 28
This Thanksgiving, all of us at the Boston Public Library Fund wish to express our appreciation for your continued partnership. Your support has helped us make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patrons.
May you have a wonderful day with family and friends.🦃
Pictured: Lippincott’s for November 1890-1920 Lithograph Arts Department, Boston Public Library
Nov 23
Calling all library lovers... bookmark us for Giving Tuesday! A gift to the Boston Public Library Fund during this season of giving is a heart-warming way to support your community.
When you make a donation — of any amount — now, through Nov. 28, we’ll send you a bookmark featuring one of the iconic lions from the lobby of the McKim Building of the Central Library as a thank-you for your generosity. In addition, one winner will receive a special library lion–inspired swag bag!
#givingtuesday #library #bostonpubliclibray
Nov 21
This holiday season, recognize a friend or family member by naming a lamp or seat at the Boston Public Library. Choose from the iconic green lamps in the historic Bates Hall; a reading lamp in the bustling hub of the Boylston Street building; or a seat in the performative setting of Rabb Hall.
Learn more by clicking the link in our bio!
Nov 17
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