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LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION

LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION

Lexington, KY, US
501(c)3
EIN
31-1565272
Regional Funder
Logo for "LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION"

LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION

Lexington, KY, US
501(c)3
EIN
31-1565272
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1997

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The Lexington Public Library Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Kentucky. With a total of $763K in grants paid in 2023, the foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION WAS FORMED TO ENHANCE THE LIBRARY SERVICES OF THE LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY'S MISSION TO CONNECT PEOPLE, INSPIRE IDEAS, AND TRANSFORM LIVES IN FAYETTE COUNTY.
Total Funding Given

$763K

2023
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
LEXINGTON, KY
$2.6M
100%
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Total No. of Grants

1

Median 1st year grant
$111.2K
Median 2nd year grant
$264.3K
M
Mary Estes Haggin
Board Member
L
Lucy Jones
Board Member
J
Jordan Parker
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION?
No. LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION give?
LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Kentucky. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $111 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $763 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION?
LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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