Carnegie Circle
Through annual investments of $1,000 or more, members of the Carnegie Circle help unlock opportunities for learning and growth through donor-supported programs and resources available at all 21 locations of the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library and beyond.
Founded in 2006, we are celebrating 20 years of philanthropy with...
330
members and growing contributing...
$1,600,000
in annual giving power.
“A library outranks any other one thing a community can do to benefit its people. It is a never-failing spring in the desert.”
Andrew Carnegie
Created in 2006, the Carnegie Circle honors the legacy of philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, who donated funds to help build libraries around the world, including ours in Charlotte in 1901. There is no better way to acknowledge the individuals, businesses, and foundations that exemplify his same philanthropic leadership today.
CARNEGIE CIRCLE
Giving Levels
At every level, your contribution as a Carnegie Circle donor helps to sustain and expand the invaluable resources our library provides to the community. The entry level giving amount for Carnegie Circle membership is $1,000.
Platinum
Gifts of $25,000 and above
Gold
Gifts of $10,000 to $24,999
Silver
Gifts of $5,000 to $9,999
Bronze
Gifts of $2,500 to $4,999
CARNEGIE CIRCLE
Benefits
We appreciate your investment and are delighted to present the following opportunities for you to further engage with the Library.
Donor Appreciation Event
An annual event featuring renowned authors with a complimentary signed book and a cocktail reception with the author. Previous guests have included Amor Towles, Ann Patchett, Kevin Wilson, Vivian Howard, NoViolet Bulowayo, Marie Benedict and more.
Special Events
Invitations to special events during the year including our local author series Final Draught and signature Library events and programs
Subscriptions
Subscriptions to our bi-annual newsletter Transformations and our e-newsletter The Update
Recognition
Acknowledgement on our website and in our Impact Report
Engagement
The Library Foundation offers many opportunities for community engagement and networking, designed to connect public library advocates like you with fellow community members from diverse backgrounds.
Carnegie Circle members also have the option to decline all benefits. Please contact us to let us know.