Columbus Metropolitan Library

Foundation

Let us introduce you to just a few library stories that your generosity helped shape — stories made possible through the purchase of new books for children’s literacy programs, technology and classes that support lifelong learning, updated collaborative spaces, and essential resources that empower our community every day.
Parker and Olive

At our branches, we see friendships blossom all the time! Recently, Parker and Olive, two young children, were spotted chatting excitedly. They met during a library program and have become fast friends. It’s wonderful to see our library community growing and fostering such meaningful connections at every age.

Courtney and Icy

Courtney grew up coming to Columbus Metropolitan Library, so it was only natural to bring her daughter here for her first library card. Welcome to the library, Icy. We are delighted to have you!

Hawa

Through the library’s partnership with Cristo Rey Columbus High School, Hawa became an intern in the library’s Development office. She has a dream of becoming an attorney and so the Development team made it possible for her to observe a trial and meet legal professionals. These connections led to her current internship with a law firm.

Thank you, Battelle!

Columbus Metropolitan Library is adding one more point of access for customers: a pop-up library made possible by Battelle. Check out the full story here.

Stewart Elementary

Columbus Metropolitan Library’s School Delivery program and the Parsons Branch visited Stewart Elementary, one of 16 Columbus City Schools served by School Delivery, during teacher conferences. Students received a free take-home book thanks to supporters like you!

You’re Hired!

This Hilltop Branch customer received help from Spanish-speaking staff at the Community Support Center to file for worker’s compensation. Staff helped him update his resume and create an Indeed profile; he landed some interviews and was offered a position.

Columbus Metropolitan Library Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

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