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A Gift to Library Foundation SD is an Investment in a Better San Diego For All

Libraries are cornerstones of every community and key to thriving communities. One of the most powerful ways to empower your community is to show your support with a library donation.

December 2, 2024

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This Election Season, Let’s Celebrate and Protect the Freedom to Read

November 4, 2024

Dec 03

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The Fifth Annual Shorties: A Virtual Awards Gala for the annual Matchbook Story Contest

December 3, 2024 | 6:30 p.m.

Feb 10

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Bestselling Author Victoria Christopher Murray Presented by Library Shop SD

February 10, 2025 | 7:00 p.m.

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“Investment in our libraries is a value statement about what we believe is important and about the tools we hope to provide our children as they seek lives of independence in a civic-minded democracy.”

San Diego City Council Member Raul Campillo and Library Foundation SD CEO Patrick Stewart Op-Ed

Building stronger communities

A Gift to Library Foundation SD is an Investment in a Better San Diego For All

This Election Season, Let’s Celebrate and Protect the Freedom to Read

The Fifth Annual Shorties: A Virtual Awards Gala for the annual Matchbook Story Contest

Bestselling Author Victoria Christopher Murray Presented by Library Shop SD

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We strengthen communities by supporting and advocating for San Diego Public Libraries

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“Investment in our libraries is a value statement about what we believe is important and about the tools we hope to provide our children as they seek lives of independence in a civic-minded democracy.”

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