Library Foundation Of Los Angeles
Library Foundation Of Los Angeles
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About this organization
Mission
The mission of the Library Foundation of Los Angeles is to support and enrich the capabilities, resources, and services of the Los Angeles Public Library through fundraising, advocacy, and innovative programs that benefit our diverse community and promote greater awareness of the Library's valuable programs and resources. We ultimately aim to provide access to a better life for all Angelenos and transform our city – and the world –through the power of libraries.
About
INVESTING IN LIFELONG LEARNINGTHE FOUNDATION IS COMMITTED TO BREAKING CYCLES OF LOW LITERACY BY SUPPORTING THE LIBRARY IN WORKING WITH CHILDREN AND THEIR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS AT ALL 73 LIBRARY LOCATIONS, AND IN PARTNERSHIP WITHLOCAL SCHOOLS, CLINICS, AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS, TO EXTEND LIBRARYRESOURCES TO AS MANY PARENTS AND EDUCATORS AS POSSIBLE. THE FOUNDATIONRAISES SUPPORT FOR THE LIBRARY TO OFFER A SERIES OF LITERACY RELATEDACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN THROUGH THE USE OF COMPUTER AIDES/CYBERNAUTS. THE FOUNDATION ALSO FUNDS A VARIETY OF ADULT LITERACY INITIATIVES WHICH HELP ADULTS IMPROVE THEIR READING AND WRITING ABILITIES IN ORDER TO SUCCEED IN LIFE, BREAK THE CYCLE OF ILLITERACY AND FOSTER A LOVE OF LIFELONG READING. THE FOUNDATION ALSO PROVIDES SUPPORT FOR THE LIBRARY'S SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, ART AND MATH PROJECTS VIA THE FULL STEAM AHEAD PROGRAM AS WELL AS FUNDS CAREER ONLINE HIGH SCHOOL, OFFERING ADULTS AN OPPORTUNITY TO EARN AN ACCREDITED HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA.
Interesting data from their 2019 990 filing
The non-profit's mission, as described in the filing, is “The foundation supports and enriches the capabilities, resources, and services of the los angeles public library through fundraising, advocacy, and innovative programs that benefit the diverse community and promote greater awareness of the library's valuable resources.”.
When describing its duties, they were characterized as: “To support the los angeles public library.”.
- The non-profit has complied with legal regulations by reporting their state of operation as CA.
- The filing shows that the non-profit's address as of 2019 is 630 W FIFTH STREET, LOS ANGELES, CA, 90071.
- As of 2019, the non-profit has reported a total of 59 employees on their form.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is $203,292.
- The organization has 48 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1992.
- The organization pays $4,604,084 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $1,028,447 in fundraising expenses.
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