About this campaign
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Print a matching "Read Banned Books" bookmark here!
Note from the Executive Director:
A local supporter recently shared a video on social media wearing our 2022 "Read Banned Books" shirt, and it ended up going viral creating an unprecedented wave of new sales. We have received nearly $75,000 in donations from this campaign, and we're still receiving orders every day.
The Meridian Library Foundation is overwhelmed with gratitude from supporters locally, nationwide, and even Canada, Australia, Finland, Germany, Great Britain, and Norway! It has been a difficult year for libraries, including our own; we truly believe the support of this one little campaign in Meridian, Idaho is a reflection of excellent library staff and services across the country, and a statement of support for our freedom to read.
Because of your incredible generosity, the Foundation has been able to FULLY FUND all the Early Literacy & Sensory Installations at Meridian Library's new Orchard Park location. This new library is dedicated to early literacy, and designed with accessibility in mind. Through the thoughtful & intentional design of this public space, thousands of youth and other patrons will be able to access a public library (maybe even for the first time), and feel like it was made for them.
I have spoken with library staff, and they are feeling supported from all corners of the country, and excited that this Foundation fundraiser will help support our community in new and innovative ways.
The Foundation never fathomed the enormous outpouring of support for this campaign. As a small nonprofit, we do not have the capacity to thank everyone individually, but I am continuing to send out thank you letters daily!
On behalf of the Meridian Library Foundation, and from the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU!
Eryn Turner
Executive Director, Meridian Library Foundation
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This year the Meridian Library Foundation is raising funds to support Meridian Library's new Orchard Park branch (anticipated opening early 2023). While the Plant Facility Levy Funds contribute to the construction of the space, they do not cover the collections, technology, or material resources. Without outside funding from grants and donations, those resources are limited to what the library can afford through its general operating budget. When you donate to the Meridian Library Foundation, or participate in our fundraisers, you are directly supporting these enhancements and increasing the value of library services to your community.
This fall the Foundation is focused on raising funds for Early Literacy & Sensory Installations for Meridian Library's new Orchard Park location.
About the Design: This year's design features the titles of books that have been banned locally and nationwide.
Matching Bookmark: All those who participate in this year's campaign will receive a matching "Read Banned Books" bookmark. Bookmarks will be mailed to the address used at checkout.
For more information about the new Meridian Library at Orchard Park, watch our Idaho Today interview above with KTVB's Mellisa Paul!
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