Our Impact

The Burlingame Library Foundation raises money to support the delivery of an extraordinary library experience to all community members. Donations go towards:

• Funding all of the first-rate library programs for ages 0-100+

• The expansion of the printed materials and eBook collections

• Access to the latest information technology

• The preservation of our historic buildings and library furnishings 

$3M+

raised through the generosity of our supporters and volunteers

Meeting Library funding requests, including a transformational $1M building renovation in 2014, made possible by the community’s support of our Annual Campaigns, book donation collection and sales, and fundraising events.

25+

Years Serving our community

Since 1995 the Foundation has been able to provide annual financial support to the Library, including targeted capital projects, because of the dedicated community of loyal donors and supporters.

10,000+

yearly attendees at foundation-funded programs

Library funds benefit every user and patron in the local communities of Burlingame and Hillsborough, from young children to teens, adults, and seniors.