Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation: Learn

Mission - The mission of the Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation is to provide fund raising and advocacy support for the Grand Rapids Public Library. The Foundation assists the Board of Library Commissioners in providing quality services to the citizens of the greater Grand Rapids area. The Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation exists to carry on Martin Ryerson’s commitment by maintaining an association of persons interested in books and media for the communication of ideas: promoting the Library system, its facilities and services; and soliciting and administering funds for endowment, capital and special projects.