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Foundation Programs
Since its founding in 1998, the
Redwood City Library Foundation has raised over $500,000 to support
these and other programs.
The Redwood City Library Foundation
is a 501(c)(3) organization qualified to receive tax-deductible
contributions. ID #94-3293215
Traveling Storytime Reaches the youngest
members of our community through the joy of reading and being read to.
More than 50 volunteers read to 55-plus childcare facilities on a weekly
basis from July2005 to June 2006 for a total of over 18,000 child
visits. The Foundation funded this program.
Teen Homework Center Provides computers and
technical/tutoring assistance to help youths succeed in their
educational goals. Over 3,000 students took advantage of the Center's
resources during the 2005-2006 academic year.
Hearing Loop Hearing impaired adults can enjoy
programs and attend meetings in the library community room equipped with
a Foundation-funded hearing loop. Endorsed by the local Shhh Association
and installed in the summer of 2004, many adults have benefited from
this device.
English Language Materials Through the
acquisition of English language written material and tapes, members of
the Latino community can improve their language skills. The
Foundation provided funds to purchase these materials.
Dad & Me Family ties are
strengthened through the Foundation funded Saturday reading program Dad
& Me @ the Library.
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