$14,091 raised by 95 donors
40% complete
$35,000 Goal
Your Public Libraries Need Your Support!
The Fort Worth Public Library Foundation champions philanthropy and advocacy to enhance our beloved public library system. With your support, we enhance free, engaging programs and essential services in every corner of Fort Worth, nurturing a vibrant community of learners, dreamers, and doers.
Your gift to The Foundation is a direct contribution to the Fort Worth Public Libraries. Join us this North Texas Giving Day and be part of an inspiring movement: your gift helps build accessible opportunities today, and unlocks limitless potential tomorrow!
Needs
As Fort Worth surges past 1 million residents and continues to build two new library branches, our libraries are in dire need to keep pace with programming, tools and resources, welcoming spaces, and support!
By The Numbers:
📍Over 1.23 million visits in 2025 across 20 locations- a 7.5% jump from last year, reflecting rising demand for library services.
📖4 million+ items checked out (physical + digital)- a 6% increase year-over-year.
👥131,498 program attendees, including storytimes, STEAM activities, community clubs, ESL, citizenship classes, computer training, and more.
Your gift, big or small, makes a crucial impact!
📘 Spark a Lifelong Love of Reading: Support early literacy through programs like 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten that help families build strong reading habits. Lay the foundation for lifelong learning and success!
🎶 Amplify Culture, Community & Creativity: Fuel initiatives like Amplify 817 that celebrate Fort Worth’s diverse music scene, support local artists, and bring people together through shared cultural experiences.
⚡Expand Access with Libby: Power the Library's digital collection through Libby, giving readers instant access to eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines anytime, anywhere — no trip to the branch required!
🏛️ Build Community & Access: Help expand the Library's collections, technology, and welcoming spaces. Create inclusive places where neighbors connect, learn, and thrive together!
This North Texas Giving Day, help us turn the page on 125 years of your Fort Worth Public Libraries!
The mission of the Fort Worth Public Library Foundation is to inspire, secure, and grow philanthropic support and advocacy to benefit the Fort Worth Public Library and our diverse community.
The Foundation welcomes and celebrates everyone. We are committed to employing and partnering with all people regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.
Organization name
Fort Worth Public Library Foundation
Tax id (EIN)
75-2486106
Causes
Community Improvement
Operating Budget
$500,000 - $999,999
Counties Served
Tarrant, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Wise
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latinx, Native American, Other
BIPOC Leadership
Neither/None
Address
306 W. 7th Street, Suite 1020