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The Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library Foundation is a 501(c)(3) established to support the Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library. We inspire and connect the community in a desire for shared exploration, understanding, and engagement in the wonder of knowledge.
Making connections
The Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library Foundation fosters connections in three key ways:
- Connecting the community to the library through events and programs
- Guiding individuals to volunteer and make an impact
- Providing opportunities to financially support the library
Whether through book sales, events, or special initiatives, the Foundation is committed to helping individuals, organizations, and businesses connect through the library and grow in shared knowledge.
To learn how you can get involved, contact the Foundation at foundation@evpl.org.
Support the EVPL Foundation
Your gift to the EVPL Foundation helps support the initiatives, programs, and services of the Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library.
SPEAK: An Explorative Lecture Series
Spark a lifetime love of reading with EVPL
EVPL invites readers to discover the magic that lies within books. The presenters selected for SPEAK 2026 will ignite your love of reading and learning.
- Kwame Alexander
- Victoria Christopher Murray
- Timothy Egan
- Elin Hilderbrand
- Brad Meltzer
- Kate Quinn
- Robin Wall Kimmerer
- Elaine Weiss
- Jacqueline Woodson
Arts Programming at EVPL
The EVPL Foundation continues essential arts programming previously led by the Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana.
Upcoming Book Sales
Book sales are a primary fundraising activity of the Foundation.
Connect with the Foundation
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