Albert Lea Public Library Foundation

 The Albert Lea Public Library Foundation was founded in 2006 to promote appreciation, interest, and support for and to the Albert Lea Public Library. The Foundation fund assists in providing funds to enhance the facilities and the scope of services provided by tax resources. The Albert Lea Public Library Foundation is a 501(c)(3) and is governed by a board of directors.  

Projects funded by the Foundation include: 

• Equipment and furniture for the 2007 renovation of the library
• Started the Fountain Lake Bookstore
• Lighting upgrades for the mural in the Children’s Library
• Teen space furniture

Donations: 

Donations to the Albert Lea Public Library Foundation are used to enhance the facilities and services of the Albert Lea Public Library. Donations can be mailed to the library (211 E. Clark Street, Albert Lea, MN 56007) and addressed to the Albert Lea Public Library Foundation. Checks can be made out to the Albert Lea Public Library. All donations to the Albert Lea Public Library Foundation are tax deductible.