An 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…

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Virtual 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 Tuesday, February 4 at…

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Multiply the Magic

Multiply the Magic: Double Your Impact for Baltimore County Public Library This holiday season, a little magic goes a long way — especially when it’s doubled! We’re thrilled to announce our Multiply the Magic campaign, a special opportunity for donors like YOU to make an even bigger difference in our community. Thanks to a generous…

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10 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,…

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Foundation Welcomes New Board Members

Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library is proud to announce the addition of three distinguished professionals to its Board of Directors: Shafiyq Hinton, Danielle Marshall, and Mindy O’Malley. Each new member brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to community enrichment and development. Shafiyq Hinton A lifelong resident of Baltimore County, Shafiyq Hinton…

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The 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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Brews for the BIG Give

Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library has partnered with local breweries Pooles Island Brewing Company in Middle River and BC Brewery in Hunt Valley for Brews for the BIG Give, special events supporting The BIG Give happening throughout May and June with giveaways. prizes and more. Both breweries are donating 10% of their total profits…

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Foundation Awarded $12,000 Grant for DEVS

Alliant Credit Union Foundation recently awarded Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library was awarded a $12,000 grant to purchase new laptops for the laptop kiosk at the North Point Branch. Alliant Credit Union Foundation awards grants to organizations “working to bridge the digital divide by bringing technology devices and affordable, reliable broadband to the people…

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Giving Tuesday

Today, Tuesday, November 28, is Giving Tuesday, an international day of giving celebrated on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving. Donate $120 or more today and get a window cling that shows your support for the library. All gifts are matched dollar for dollar thanks to a generous matching grant from Anne and Chris West. Watch…

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Make Your Gift Go Twice As Far

As we enter the season of giving, Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library was given a wonderful opportunity to double your donation! Thanks to a generous matching gift from Senator Chris and Anne West, all donations received between now and December 31 are being matched dollar for dollar, up to $75,000. The Foundation provides resources—above…

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