Detroit Public Library Friends Foundation Inc

Literacy initiatives - literacy is the key to understanding the world around us and while the landscape may change as time moves on, knowledge will always be a formidable opponent against poverty and division. The organization will continue to seek out, support and provide resources that support the communities we serve in overcoming the obstacles that stand in the way of their greatness.

Community engagement/ library support and advocacy - includes traditional library initiatives:early literacy (k-3); basic literacy; digital/technological literacy; prioritizes programs with an emphasis on literacy and mentorship for young children of color; encourages and supports collaborative partnerships to deliver new, innovative and equity driven programming opportunities for the detroit community.

Special collections and preservation support of initiatives that utilize the burton historical collection to serve as resources for the interaction of community members, social/civil equity projects and partnerships that enhance the detroit community.