About Us
Our History
The Library Foundation of Needham (LFN) was founded by the Trustees of the Needham Free Public Library. Its purpose is to be a permanent fundraising arm and managed endowment for the library which can provide funds for library materials and services not in the town-funded budget. A library trustee sits on the LFN board of directors to liason between the trustees and the LFN.
Our Misson
-
Encourage community investment through individual and corporate giving for Library programs and services not covered by the town-funded budget.
​​
-
Coordinate fundraising and promotional activities to increase the endowment and responsibly manage and grow the funds.
​
-
Grant funds to library departments based on their proposals for programs, materials, and facility enhancements.
​