From popsicles to powered study bars, we fund facility upgrades and programming.
How to Plug In
The Library provides supportive, resource-full and nurturing environments for the previously unplugged
Branch Enhancement
A Branch for Every Personality
Staff Spill the Tea! What they said about the one-of-a-kind vibes at their Libraries
Cutting Ribbons, Opening Doors
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library expands reach with new facilities and refueled resources
A young light still shines at the Library
Hobbs Family Expands Children’s Reading Area at Plaza Midwood Library in Memory of Jenner Wood
Flight Fund 2025 Recipients
2025 Flight Fund grants explore cultures, creativity, and barrier-busting in Library programming.
Hope is a two-way street
“Serving our mission at Library branches is absolutely fantastic and has exceeded all of our expectations.”
A Horse in the Library
A stunning sculpture finds a new home at the Library
Flight Fund: A Home Economics Revival
A story of impact: Fast food restaurants. Convenience foods. Rising food prices. Expensive cooking classes. Enter the Library.
Flight Fund: Just Add Water
A story of impact: The Library serves as a first step toward learning so many new skills — so why not swimming?
Flight Fund: Story Time for All
A story of impact: Jennifer Williams-Cannon created a story time for marginalized children at the Library
Flight Fund: All Things Gardening
A story of impact: Andrea Davis brings her passion for gardening to the Library
Fifth Third Bank shifts MoLi into the next gear
Cincinnati, Ohio-based bank will supercharge the Mobile Library with much-needed upgrades
Lessons of a Library Dropout
“Before we get started, there’s something you should know. I’m 51 years old, and I’ve never set foot inside a public library.”
Combatting the Cost of Caring
When your workplace is the neighborhood’s favorite hangout, you meet all the faces of humanity. And library staff see it all … and feel it all.
Bringing Public Art to the Library
CML Associate Director Tony Talent shares how the Library is working diligently to make art and artful experiences more accessible to all our communities.