FUNDING LIBRARIES FOR TODAY AND TOMORROW
We create new opportunities for the library to innovate, make capital improvements, and expand its outreach and literacy.
FUNDING LIBRARIES FOR TODAY AND TOMORROW
We create new opportunities for the library to innovate, make capital improvements, and expand its outreach and literacy.
What We Fund

Innovation
Resources for cultivating creativity
Library makerspaces provide free access to tools for creative and industrial projects. From laser cutters and sewing machines to 3D printers and electronics, our makerspaces help residents bring dreams to life. Makerspaces are located at the Boulder Main Library (BLDG 61) and the NoBo Library (STUDIO 24).

Capital Improvements
Building and improving community spaces
Strong communities are built on a foundation of social infrastructure, but the infrastructure part often falls outside the budget. We help pay for building upgrades, playgrounds, meeting spaces, new buildings, and more.

Expanded Outreach and Literacy
Deeper community connections and engagement
Every dollar invested in literacy programs like BoulderReads! returns $30 to the community — through improved public health, engaged parents, knowledgeable workers, and reduced recidivism.
Our Blog
January Newsletter: An impactful 2024 & what’s to come
December newsletter: Most popular library books of 2024; New board member; Holiday gift idea & More
November newsletter: 50 years of philanthropy & what’s next; Library promises delivered; A BoulderReads! tutor remembered & More
KGNU Radio Book Club featuring Bonnie Garmus from the 50 Year Gala
October newsletter: Celebrating gala success; Carnegie Library re-opening; Doris Hass Legacy Circle & More
August newsletter: Library board retreat, Seeking Gala Volunteers, Signed book pre-sale & More
Seeking Gala Volunteers: Opportunities available Sept. 25-27th
July newsletter: NoBo playground, Gala chef, brunch with Bonnie Garmus & More
June newsletter: NoBo grand opening / Gala tables almost sold out & individual tickets on sale
Left Hand Valley Courier: New Gunbarrel library branch targets opening date in 2025 at former 1stBank location
The Left Hand Valley Courier published an article on May 29th about the new Boulder Public Library District Gunbarrel...
Daily Camera: Four new members join board of Boulder Library Foundation
May newsletter: New Gunbarrel branch / NoBo grand opening / Gala tables almost sold out!
January Newsletter: An impactful 2024 & what’s to come
December newsletter: Most popular library books of 2024; New board member; Holiday gift idea & More
November newsletter: 50 years of philanthropy & what’s next; Library promises delivered; A BoulderReads! tutor remembered & More
KGNU Radio Book Club featuring Bonnie Garmus from the 50 Year Gala
October newsletter: Celebrating gala success; Carnegie Library re-opening; Doris Hass Legacy Circle & More
August newsletter: Library board retreat, Seeking Gala Volunteers, Signed book pre-sale & More
Seeking Gala Volunteers: Opportunities available Sept. 25-27th
July newsletter: NoBo playground, Gala chef, brunch with Bonnie Garmus & More
June newsletter: NoBo grand opening / Gala tables almost sold out & individual tickets on sale
Left Hand Valley Courier: New Gunbarrel library branch targets opening date in 2025 at former 1stBank location
The Left Hand Valley Courier published an article on May 29th about the new Boulder Public Library District Gunbarrel...
Daily Camera: Four new members join board of Boulder Library Foundation
May newsletter: New Gunbarrel branch / NoBo grand opening / Gala tables almost sold out!


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The Boulder Library Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 1974. All donations are tax-deductible. Our federal tax ID number (EIN) is 23-7408456.
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The Boulder Library Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 1974. All donations are tax-deductible. Our federal tax ID number (EIN) is 23-7408456.
CONNECT WITH US
Contact
Boulder Library Foundation
1001 Arapahoe Ave,
Boulder, CO 80302
(720) 551-8385
info@boulderlibraryfoundation.org
Contact
Boulder Library Foundation
1001 Arapahoe Ave,
Boulder, CO 80302
(720) 551-8385
info@boulderlibraryfoundation.org
EIN 23-7408456