The Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation partners with the Grand Rapids Library to support and fund an array of library programs and services that enrich the community and offer a superior library experience that would not otherwise be possible.

It is through the support of individual, corporate and legacy donors that the GRPL Foundation:

• Contributes Audio and eAudiobooks to the library's rapidly expanding Audio and eAudiobook collection.
• Supports Cultural Programming and Events including:
  • African American Heritage
  • Hispanic Heritage
• Fosters educational advancement for children, teens and adults via programs such as:
  • GR Reads - an adult reading program that focuses on books and events.
  • Summer Reading Challenge for Children and Teens
  • Small Business Resource Center and Small Business Classes
• Preserves local and statewide history through the support of several special historical collection funds including:
  • Helen E. Conger Fund
  • Lewis Stuart Fund
  • Nokomis Foundation Legacy Fund
  • Ladies Literary Club Fund
• Provides access to innovative technology through programs such as:
  • Downloadable eAudiobooks
  • DigiBridge which includes the placement of Nooks in Grand Rapids Public Schools