Dedicated To Empowering One Of Nashville’s Greatest Resources

Since its creation in 1997, the Nashville Public Library Foundation (NPLF) has raised more than $81 million from individuals and organizations to advance the impact and reach of Nashville Public Library initiatives that exist beyond the budget of Metro government.

Dedicated To Supporting And Empowering One Of Nashville’s Greatest Resources

The Nashville Public Library Foundation (NPLF) is a committed community of leaders, learners and innovative achievers dedicated to supporting and empowering the Nashville Public Library.

OUR MISSION

We fund, advocate, and amplify Nashville Public Library to power literacy, life skills, and connection for all.

OUR VISION

We envision an equitable community of educated and empowered Nashvillians enriched by a thriving library system.

WHAT WE DO

In the library of the 21st century, books are only half the story. Today’s community library is an agile information hub for personal empowerment, continuously adapting to meet the needs of its patrons and the rapidly changing circumstances of our society. Government funding pays for staff, books and buildings, but the programs that make Nashville Public Library a community jewel require more support than is available in public funds. The Nashville Public Library Foundation provides that bridge.

Our Values

Celebrating to Lift Up 

We applaud the contributions, impact, and accomplishments of all staff, donors, board members and Nashville Public Library team members to foster a community of growth and goodwill.

Sharing Information to Activate 

We proactively communicate impacts, stories, strategies, and goals to inspire donor support, community involvement, and to foster a dynamic organizational environment that promotes collaboration.

Building and Cultivating Relationships

We identify and foster internal and external relationships to educate, connect, and advocate in support of Nashville Public Library and to demonstrate the value of NPLF through trust and commitment.

Holding Ourselves Accountable as Good Stewards of Our Resources

We operate with integrity to responsibly maximize the impact of the gifts provided to NPLF in service to our mission.

Striving to Reflect our Community

We recognize the importance of equity and access for all by seeking to amplify Nashvillians’ unique identities and embracing the common values that unite us.

Ways To Give

Join a committed community of leaders, learners and achievers in helping us reach our goal.