The Kitchener Public Library Foundation was established in 1994. Its mission is to support the development of public library services in the City of Kitchener by raising funds and fostering community goodwill.

To meet the costs of new initiatives, the Kitchener Public Library Foundation raises funds through its annual Friends of KPL campaign, special events, planned giving and major gifts. The volunteer Board of Directors is drawn from the community and oversees all fundraising activities.

For more information about the KPL Foundation, or to donate, please download a copy of our brochure (PDF file size approximately 550KB)	You can also donate to the KPL Foundation through Canada Helps. Click on their logo above for more information.

If you believe in a strong public library, donate today!

Current Foundation Volunteer Opportunities The KPL Foundation needs volunteers to serve on its Board of Directors

The role of Foundation Directors is to:

• Cultivate support and raise funds for KPL special programs, collections, projects and facilities

• Seek support for the library through partnerships with corporations, other foundations and individuals

• Develop and nurture relationships with donors and potential donors

• Allocate funds to the Library for projects approved by the KPL Board and in respect to wishes of donors

• Promote awareness of the importance and value of the Library to the community

• Promote awareness of the Foundation’s mission

• Assist in the identification and recruitment of new Foundation members and directors

• Attend and participate in monthly Foundation meetings

• Assist with the planning and delivery of fundraising events

• Represent the Foundation at Library fundraising and other events

• Assist in the development of the Foundation’s annual budget

• Monitor ongoing Foundation program effectiveness

• Be responsible for ensuring adherence to legal standards and ethical norms

The Foundation is composed of directors with a mix of experience and background. Individual directors have the following skills and qualifications:

• Believe in Kitchener Public Library’s mandate and are familiar with its services, collections and facilities

• Understand and support the Foundation’s mission and bylaws

• Have established and maintain a good network in the community

• Aware of fundraising agencies, events and opportunities in the community

• Demonstrate excellent communication, presentation and marketing skills

• Possess fundraising knowledge

If you think you could help the Kitchener Public Library Foundation by volunteering your time as a director, please complete an application form and return it to the address below.

For more information please contact:

Leslie Zawadzki
Kitchener Public Library
85 Queen Street North
Kitchener, ON N2H 2H1
519-743-0271 Ext. 238
Email: leslie.zawadzki@kpl.org

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