Denver Public Library Friends Foundation

The Denver Public Library Friends Foundation enriches our community by building support and raising money to enhance the library's programs and services. 

In 2017, contributions from our generous donors enabled us to help fund many critical library programs including:

• Summer of Adventure, which attracts over 30,000 children and teens throughout the summer
• Read Aloud, which sends volunteers to read in over 365 preschool classrooms in at-risk neighborhoods
• Digitization programs in the Western History and Genealogy Department, bringing thousands of historical documents online  
• The purchase of thousands of new books and materials for the library system

The Friends Foundation generated these funds from our distinctive activities including twice yearly used book sales, the iconic Booklovers Ball, and our newest retail outlet the Red Chair Bookshop located on the main floor of the Central Library.  Donations also came from individual donors, corporate sponsors, legacy and directed grants.

Our board and supporters also advocate for the library by attending neighborhood meetings and meeting with elected officials to educate the community about the importance of the library in a changing society.