Our Story
The Boise Public Library Foundation, Inc. was formed in 1985 as a nonprofit corporation to benefit the Library. The Foundation's first major achievement was raising $850,000 through a direct donation drive used to convert the third floor of the Downtown Library building into public service space and to remodel the first and second floors. This remodel provided space for additional materials added to the Library's collection and expanded areas to offer better service to library users.
Projects Include
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Annual support for the Library’s Boise Comic Arts Fest (BCAF)
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Funds to develop technical innovations including virtual reality equipment, 3D printing, and youth robot kits
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Financing the installation of a computer network for public and staff access at the Downtown Library
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Extensive print materials for the inaugural collection of the Library at Bown Crossing
Give with Confidence
We have earned a four-star rating from Charity Navigator, its highest possible rating.
This recognition reflects our commitment to accountability, transparency and responsible stewardship, so you can give with confidence knowing your support is helping strengthen Boise’s libraries and our community.
Transparency Matters
We are committed to responsible stewardship, accountability and transparency. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we believe our donors should be able to easily understand who we are, how we operate and how their support is used.
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Our nonprofit information is available through Candid, an independent source of nonprofit data that helps donors research and understand charitable organizations.
Directors
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Doug Achtemeier (Retired)
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Camille Franks (St. Luke's Health System)
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Pat Riceci (Retired Attorney)
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Andrew Schoppe (Former Attorney/AI Governance, Data Protection & Privacy GRC in healthcare fintech)
Officers
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Meredith Turner, Chair
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Brian Manship, Treasurer
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Lisa Rodriguez, Secretary
Board Members