Books for All campaign
Summary
When the library faced a one-time hole in its 2026 collections budget, the Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library stepped up with a 'Books for All' campaign — and raised about $70,000 from 225 donors across all seven wards, beating its $62,000 goal.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $70,000 raised to help cover the library's 2026 collections budget shortfall.
Every library patron in Saint Paul — donors came from all seven wards, plus a few outside the city.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Library Board — May 6, 2026
When the library faced a one-time hole in its 2026 collections budget, the Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library stepped up with a 'Books for All' campaign — and raised about $70,000 from 225 donors across all seven wards, beating its $62,000 goal.
Library Board — February 4, 2026
This year's citywide read is a young adult fantasy about immigrants, chosen before the current political climate but landing with real weight in Minnesota today. The author visits March 5 at Arlington Hills, with a livestream for those who can't attend in person.
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