The Library Foundation
AI Summary
The Library Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, providing funding by invitation only. In 2025, it paid a total of $2.7 million in grants to a single grantee and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Library Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
To enhance Multnomah County Library's innovative work and strengthen our library system.
Cause Areas
1
Humanities
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Libraries Yes
$300K
2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Library Foundation?
No. The Library Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Library Foundation give?
The Library Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Oregon. 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 The Library Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Library Foundation fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $300 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Library Foundation make each year?
In 2025, The Library Foundation awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $2.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Library Foundation fund recently?
In 2025, The Library Foundation awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include Libraries Yes. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Library Foundation?
The Library Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.