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Vision: To support the pursuit of knowledge, community life, and limitless learning opportunities for everyone.

Mission: The Albuquerque Public Library Foundation raises funds to enrich Library programs, services and facilities.

News & Events

Welcome Kate Alderete, the New Executive Director of The Public Library

Kate comes to our library system from the New Mexico State Library where she served as the Deputy State Librarian.

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Q & A with Kate Alderete

Our new exective director answers some questions

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Meet Clayton Roberts, Community Service Specialist

We invite you to come and discover the birth of a brand-new urban vegetable garden.

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Meet Drew Lauderdale, Science Education Coordinator

Drew comes to us from Explora, where he was a science educator, and the New York Hall of Science, where he worked as the Design Lab Coordinator.

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Bookworks Welcomes Joe Abercrombie on Tour for his New Book

In partnership with the Albuquerque Public Library Foundation and AMP Concerts, Mr. Abercrombie will be in conversation with George R.R. Martin at the KiMo Theatre on Thursday, May 15th.

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ETHOS LITERACY, a Community Based Adult Education Program

We recently learned about this organization and thought our readers might be interested.We recently learned about this organization and thought our readers might be interested.

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Thank You to Our Community Sponsors

Rewards Programs

If you would like more information on how you and your organization or company can support the Public Library, Albuquerque & Bernalillo County, please contact us. We would be pleased to discuss opportunities with you.

Learn More About APLF

By contributing to The Albuquerque Public Library Foundation, you are:

  • Enhancing literacy programs for all ages
  • Improving our children’s reading readiness
  • Improving employment readiness for our workforce
  • Helping families improve their standard of living
  • Making electronic literacy more accessible to all ages
  • Encouraging partnerships with other organizations that share our goals
  • Achieving a personal charitable contribution goal
  • Investing in the well-being and future of our community
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