Seattle Public Library Foundation

Before you vote, we want you to know where candidates stand on key issues for our library. Read survey responses from @Alexis4Seattle, @votetanyawoo, @eyesonthestorm, and @weheartfounder: bit.ly/libraryvoter

A new @seattletimes op-ed by Foundation CEO Brian Lawrence and @SPLBuzz Chief Librarian Tom Fay highlights the success of the Books Unbanned program. Your support makes a real difference for thousands of young readers nationwide. Read: seattletimes.com/opinion/books-… #bannedbooksweek

Our next chapter starts now! The Board of Directors of The Seattle Public Library Foundation is thrilled to announce that following an extensive national search, Brian Lawrence is our new Chief Executive Officer. Read more: supportspl.org/2024/08/founda…

Read our Annual Report on Donor Impact to learn how @SPLBuzz provides stories, knowledge, and connections for our neighbors thanks to our community's support: bit.ly/SPLF2023report

Update on Available Technology Services: We were able to restore our website last night and we continue working to securely restore more services, such as e-books, computers, Wi-Fi, printing and more. Find out what is available now: shelftalkblog.wordpress.com/today/

Due to a cybersecurity event, the Library has taken its systems offline. Many services are disrupted, including catalog, e-books, computers, and more. We are working diligently to securely restore these systems. Buildings remain open. Learn more: shelftalkblog.wordpress.com/today/

We kicked off this year's edition of Seattle Reads, celebrating Octavia Butler, with a launch party last week! Watch or listen to the recording of the panel at bit.ly/seattlereads20… or see the full calendar of upcoming Seattle Reads programs at spl.org/events.

It’s the final countdown for #GiveBIG! Have you donated yet? Please show you support free access to trusted information from books, materials, and programs found at the library. Give now: wagives.org/donate/Seattle…

Your gift goes TWICE as far today! All gifts during #GiveBIG are matched up to $25,000! Our community relies on The Seattle Public Library's free resources. Help keep books on the shelves and programs available to everyone with a gift today: wagives.org/donate/Seattle…

YAY! It’s #GiveBIG! Give today and show you value our library and believe in equitable access to knowledge and information. Everyone deserves the right to read! wagives.org/donate/Seattle…

Demand for @SPLBuzz digital collection continues to grow, with 5.5 million digital checkouts in 2023, 16% more than in 2022! These items often cost double or triple the price of a physical book. Your gift through #GiveBIG helps digital books accessible: wagives.org/donate/Seattle…

What do YOU love about your library? Pay it forward today and support #GiveBIG! Your gift helps the library provide the books, programs, and experiences our community loves and relies on. Donate now through May 8 and see your gift matched up to $25,000! buff.ly/4b4fGKY

Celebrate #GiveBIG with a MATCHED gift today! All gifts through May 8 are doubled – up to $25,000 – for @SPLbuzz! buff.ly/4b4fGKY

One year ago, donor support funded the launch of Books Unbanned. This new report is a powerful reminder of why the freedom to read matters. More young people sign up every day, and the number of checkouts continues to grow. Support expanded access at give.supportspl.org/books-unbanned…!

Donors help support the @SPLBuzz digital collections. But runaway costs are straining library resources. Why are libraries charged three to five times more for a digital copy than for the same print book? kuow.org/stories/digita…

Coffee & Conversations at @SPLBuzz's Ballard Branch started so library staff and patrons, including many experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity, could get to know one another. It's a showcase for the power of libraries to connect people: supportspl.org/2024/04/librar…

We stopped by the @SPLBuzz West Seattle Branch to talk to patrons and staff about what the historic library means to the community. Read more at supportspl.org/2024/03/what-o… Photo of @SEAbuoy courtesy of @SeattleKraken, other photos by Anthony Martinez

You may have seen the news today about library branch closures due to staffing shortages during the citywide hiring freeze. Take action for your library today: ask the Mayor and City Council to fully fund the library in the coming budget: actionnetwork.org/letters/ask-th…

It's Take Action for Libraries Day! Two ways to act now: - Sign up for alerts to protect and expand @SPLBuzz funding: actionnetwork.org/forms/seattle-… - Commit to voting and spread voting resources through @ALALibrary's Reader. Voter. Ready. campaign: ala.org/advocacy/reade…

Today we celebrate how libraries reach patrons where they are. Your support for the Foundation helps @SPLBuzz provide books, technology, and services at preschools, older adult homes, tiny house villages, community events, and all across our city!