Foundation Events
Go Behind the Book
For Foundation Supporters! Thank you for making supporting Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library this past year! Your support is already helping us bring big ideas and essential resources to our community—and now, we’d like to show you how it all begins. You and a guest are invited to a special Behind the Book tour,…
Read MoreThe BIG Give Just Got BIGGER! Double Your Gift
Peake Federal Credit Union Matches Gifts to Help Finish The BIG Give Strong As The BIG Give heads into its final weeks, Peake Federal Credit Union is stepping up in a BIG way to help the Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library finish strong. Peake is generously matching every donation made from now through June…
Read MoreKick Off The BIG Give with Us!
Let’s do something BIG, together! The BIG Give is back! Running from May 19 through June 30, The BIG Give is your opportunity to stand up for Baltimore County’s libraries at a time when their role in our community has never been more essential—or more at risk. With your help, Foundation for Baltimore County Public…
Read MoreLibrary Giving Week
Library Giving Week: March 30 – April 5 In these uncertain times, one thing remains constant: the library is here for you. From early literacy programs to digital resources, career support, and community events, Baltimore County Public Library is a vital resource for all. Now, we need your help to keep these essential services strong.…
Read MoreJoin us for a Free For All Screening
Experience an engaging evening hosted by the Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library as we present a special community screening and discussion of the PBS Indie Lens documentary Free for All. Library CEO, Sonia Alcántara-Antoine, kicks off the evening with a welcome and introduction, setting the stage for this inspiring story. Enjoy complimentary gourmet popcorn…
Read MoreAn Afternoon with Colson Whitehead
An Afternoon with Colson Whitehead Sunday, April 6 Kraushaar Auditorium, Goucher College 2 p.m. FREE (Reservation required. Seating opens February 24 at 12 noon.) Join us for an inspiring afternoon with two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning author Colson Whitehead. Colson Whitehead has established himself as one of the most versatile and innovative writers in contemporary literature. The first…
Read MoreVirtual Town Hall
You’re invited to a Virtual Town Hall with our amazing CEO, Sonia Alcántara-Antoine! As someone who believes in the power of the library to make a difference in Baltimore County, we know you care about what’s happening now and what exciting plans are ahead for our library system. Join us on Thursday, March 13 at…
Read MoreAlexander McCall Smith Live
Sunday, October 20 2 p.m. Owings Mills Branch Alexander McCall Smith’s newest book, The Great Hippopotamus Hotel, is the 25th installment in The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series, featuring the beloved Botswanan detective Mma Precious Ramotswe and her trusty sidekick Mma Grace Makutsi. McCall Smith, known for his lively, colorful characters, has penned six series…
Read More10 Day/20K Challenge
FORMER COUNCILWOMAN CATHY BEVINS ANNOUNCES $20,000 CHALLENGE GRANT TO FOUNDATION FOR BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library is pleased to announce a generous $20,000 challenge grant from former Baltimore County Councilwoman Cathy Bevins. This exciting “10 Day/20K Challenge” aims to close out The BIG Give, the Foundation’s annual celebration of giving,…
Read MoreThe BIG Give
The BIG Give is back and it’s BIGGER than ever. Between May 1 and June 30, every single penny of your generous donation will go directly towards supporting programs and projects at Baltimore County Public Library. That’s right – no overhead, no salaries, no fancy fundraising event expenses. Just 100% IMPACT. Your entire contribution will be…
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