Chicago Public Library Foundation

Welcome to Our Newest Associate Board Members! ✨

This incredible group of Library lovers and champions brings passion, energy, and fresh ideas to help us advance our mission and expand our impact in Chicago Public Library.

Thank you for choosing to lend your time, talent, and voice in support of the Library. We’re so grateful to have you with us.

Learn more about our Associate Board here: https://cplfoundation.org/associate-board/

The hat is back! We're so excited for another Chicago summer of reading and connection.

Thank you to KPMG, Helen M. Harrison Foundation, Hunter Family Foundation, Dr. Scholl Foundation, Cubs Charities, Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Foundation, and generous donors to the Chicago Public Library Foundation for supporting summer at Chicago Public Library!

The summer reading challenge kicks off June 6 as part of the library’s citywide program with activities for all ages.

Chicago Public Library supports every Chicagoan at every stage of learning. This Older Americans Month, WBEZ spotlighted how CPL is helping older adults build digital skills through one-on-one support from CyberNavigators.

Listen to the segment: https://www.wbez.org/in-the-loop-with-sasha-ann-simons/2026/05/12/chicago-public-librarys-cyber-navigator-program-helps-bridge-the-digital-divide-for-seniors

Thank you to BMO U.S., Allstate, Polk Bros. Foundation, Peoples Gas, Exelon, Hoellen Family Foundation, The Brinson Foundation, Sulzer Family Foundation, MacArthur Foundation, Leslie S. Hindman, Chicago Bulls, The Helen Brach Foundation, RRF Foundation for Aging, and the generous donors to the Library Foundation for helping us bridge the digital divide.

Chicago Public Library’s Cyber Navigator Program helps bridge the digital divide for seniors “People feel separated from the world, and we don’t want to leave them behind,” says Esme Bueno, district chief for programming and partnerships at the Chicago Public Library.

More ways to support Chicago Public Library this June!

From sweet treats to stylish home finds and cocktails for a cause, there’s something for everyone:

🍦 June 3 | 2–5 PM — Jenis Ice Creams, Wicker Park
🏡 June 9–13 — Shop home goods at tag Outlet
🍸 June 9 — Cocktails for a Cause at The Charleston

Join us at one (or more!) of these events and support your library. We can’t wait to see you there!