Mission/Vision

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Vision of the Ottawa Public Library Foundation in 2010

The Ottawa Public Library Foundation is a leader among library foundations. The Foundation’s work and passion inspires local citizens, corporations, other foundations and partners to become strong champions for the Library and to make transformational gifts. The Foundation is recognized for its care and expertise in identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding donors. The Foundation is seen as a strong and inclusive community partner, working cooperatively with others to further the goals of the Ottawa Public Library.

Mission Statement:

To build support and raise funds essential to the success of the Ottawa Public Library.

The Foundation supports the Library in fulfilling its mission of “building a strong Ottawa community by supporting literacy and lifelong learning, fostering inspiration and enjoyment, and connecting people to each other and the world.

The Ottawa Public Library Foundation was established in April 2002 by volunteers with the support of the city and the consent of the Ottawa Public Library. Its purpose is to raise funds essential to the success of the Ottawa Public Library, in promoting literacy and lifelong learning. We seek philanthropic donations from individuals and corporations to help maintain and preserve the Ottawa Public Library as a major bilingual public institution and a key cultural site for the city. A goal of the OPLF is to ensure that the library’s resources and programs remain freely and openly accessible to everyone.

Values

Accountability and Integrity:

We recognize our accountability to our donors and the importance of transparency and ethical funding practices in everything we do.

Leadership and Innovation:

We will take bold steps and continue to pursue better and efficient ways to fulfill our mission.

Community-Focused:

We will strengthen the Ottawa Community by connecting donors to identified needs.

Partnership and Collaboration:

We will work closely with our partners and we recognize the power of working together as one team for the future strength of our library system.

We are a registered charity.
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OPLF appreciates and acknowledges the generosity of our donors.

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