FulcoLibrary’s 2024 year in review: A year of impact and growth
As we look back on 2024, the Fulton County Library System continues to be a cornerstone of learning, connection, and innovation for the community. With thousands of programs, events, and services, the library system has expanded its reach and deepened its impact across all ages.
By the numbers: A year of engagement
211,667 in-person attendees at library programs
10,403 in-person programs
2.5 million+ checkouts (print + digital)
Best Buy Teen Tech Center served 1,228 youth through 262 programs
19 art and gallery exhibits with 2,250 visitors
Community impact and outreach
Bookmobile Outreach: served 15,684 individuals
Summer Reading Success: 77,935 total books read
Volunteer Engagement: 895 volunteers contributing 50,201 hours
Chromebook Circulation: 1,275 helping bridge the digital divide
Housing Referrals & Social Services: connecting 339 patrons to essential resources
GED Success: 237 test takers, 40 graduates
Career Online High School: 12 students awarded scholarships, 2 graduates
With a strong focus on literacy, digital inclusion, and community partnerships, FulcoLibrary continues to make a meaningful difference.
Library Foundation donors like you helped to make 2024 such an incredible year! Next month, we’ll break down some of these numbers to show you the impact your contributions made in 2024.
For over 35 years, the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library Foundation has worked in partnership with the Fulton County Library System to secure the System's future as an indispensable community resource through advocacy, raising public awareness, and generating private funding.
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