

Lexington Public Library Foundation
A Stronger Library for a Stronger Lexington.
A Stronger Library for a Stronger Lexington.
The Lexington Public Library Foundation envisions a thriving public library system, enriched by philanthropy. Created in 1997 to benefit, promote, and enhance the programs and facilities of the Lexington Public Library, our supporters assist in making the Library more valuable to the entire community.

Your support helps:
Providing every child and adult with access to the resources that strengthen reading skills and spark curiosity to become lifelong learners.
Innovation in Literacy & Education

Your support helps:
Our goal is to make each branch vibrant, accessible, and inspiring.
Enhancing Accessible, Inviting, Spaces

Your support helps:
The Library will continue to spark connection and create space for relationships across demographics
Fostering New, Vibrant Connections
How to Give
Your gift to the Lexington Public Library Foundation impacts our entire community today and for generations to come, sustaining and growing the library as a place of possibility and opportunity, free and accessible to all.
Make a One-time Gift
Make a One-time Gift
Every dollar donated directly supports the library’s programs and initiatives. You can also donate via PayPal, or by sending a check to LPL Foundation 140 East Main St. Lexington, KY 40507
Make a Recurring Gift
Make a Recurring Gift
Recurring donations are an easy and convenient way to give, and they help us make long-term commitments for Library projects by securing sustainable support over time. The Library Foundation will send you an email confirmation and a year-end summary and tax receipt. If you ever choose to change or stop your recurring contribution, simply call us at (859) 231-5557 or email foundation@lexpublib.org.
Gifts in Honor / Memory
Gifts in Honor / Memory
Make a gift in honor or memory of someone. We'll send you an acknowledgment letter for your gift, and we'll notify your honoree or designated family member of your thoughtfulness. Please indicate the name of the person the tribute is in honor or memory of, as well as the name and address of the person that should be notified.
Stock
Stock
If you have long-held investments, you may be an ideal candidate to make your next donation by gifting shares of appreciated securities directly to the Library Foundation. By gifting your shares directly, both you and the Foundation receive the full benefit of your donation making stock gifts a tax-savvy strategy for charitable giving. The Library Foundation receives the full value of your donation, and your gift may be deductible as a charitable donation and avoid capital gains tax. Gifts of securities may be wire transferred from your bank or brokerage account to the Lexington Public Library Foundation account. Please ask your broker to provide the transfer agents with your name so we can identify and acknowledge your gift. To donate stock, please contact your stockbroker and Foundation staff. For more information, contact us at foundation@lexpublib.org.
Estate Planning
Estate Planning
Leave a lasting legacy as a member of the 1795 Society. When you remember the Library Foundation in your estate plans, you can rest assured that the Library will continue to be a vital part of our community for future generations. We welcome the opportunity to work with you to create a meaningful legacy that suits your passions and works within your overall estate plans including making provisions through:
- Bequests
- IRA / Retirement Assets
- Life Insurance
- Charitable Trust
To learn more about planned giving, please contact the foundation at (859) 231-5557 or foundation@lexpublib.org Download a Letter of Intent to get started.
- Lynda Bebrowsky
- Casey Bolton
- Kelly Ball Broadbent
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- Keith Key
- Emily Lane
- Jordan Parker, Chair
- Rebecca Poppe, Secretary
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