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Help the Library Guide Patrons Through Personal Challenges

There are so many things to love about libraries, it’s impossible to count. But one of my favorites that we see frequently here at Madison Public Library is how we help patrons navigate personal challenges and transitions. Because our office is located in Central Library and in close proximity to library staff, we hear lots of stories about community members walking into one of the nine libraries at a difficult moment in their lives. While the particular situation may vary, the ending is often the same: They leave with solutions and connections to the tools that will ultimately lead them to success, self-reliance, and confidence.

That’s where you and other generous donors come in. The City of Madison budget covers the basics of library operations, but Madison Public Library Foundation annual fund grants equip the library to rise and meet Madisonians’ evolving needs — from eBooks and audiobooks to computers and Wi-Fi. Will you renew your support today so even more people can lean on the library for help?

Your contribution can play a key role in helping a patron achieve a positive outcome with the library’s assistance. Consider the wide variety of services available to community members, including: 

• Year-round voter registration and in-person absentee voting prior to elections
• Resumé and writing courses for job seekers
• Safe spaces for youth and teens to read, use computers, and take part in programming after school and on weekends
• Business resources and courses for people starting or expanding a business, or making a career change