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The Aurora Library Foundation was founded in 2000 with a purpose to put a spotlight on literacy solutions that support the Aurora Public Library District\u2019s Vision of \u2018connecting people to community, celebrating every story\u2019.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Throughout the year, the Foundation board puts on 3 annual events in Spring, Summer and Winter! Sponsorships are made available to the public starting in January 2026 for all 3 events or\u00a0 a la cart.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Through community partnerships, donors like you have helped fund numerous innovative services and projects at out library. Making a monthly gift towards one of our Branch Renovation Enrichment Projects will help us to continue to create a place of belonging at the Aurora Public Library District. Through these projects, the Eola Road Branch will continue to grow as a hub of innovation, inclusion, and community support for all who walk through its doors.\n\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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We invite you to join us in supporting these exciting contributions to our library community.\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Make your check payable to the Aurora Public Library Foundation <\/b><\/p>

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Aurora Public Library Foundation
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