Montclair Free Public Library Foundation Inc

The foundation supported the establishment of a library of things, allowing library patrons to borrow items such as a power washer, board games, and musical instruments. Funding from the foundation enabled the library to offer free access to hoopla (digital media), kanopy (movies), medici.tv (arts programming), creativebug (arts and craft classes), linkedin learning (business, software, and technology classes), and research databases like the ebsco bundle to all library card holders. In addition, foundation support provided new audio/video conferencing systems to expand versatility in offering hybrid programs and meetings as well as new laptops and a new educational gaming computer.

The foundation funds special projects, such as the etuk bookmobile, which brings a library experience to all corners of our community. The bookmobile can be found at schools, senior centers, summer camps, and community events, expanding access and raising awareness about the resources and programs of the library. The rotating inventory in the bookmobile, and the hardware and software that make it possible to borrow books and other materials and issue library cards, is supported by the foundation. The foundation also funds the museum pass program, making visits to over a dozen museums available to patrons at no cost.