The Atlanta-Fulton Public Library Foundation’s strategic plan charts our course for advancing literacy, learning, and community engagement across Atlanta and Fulton County.
Rooted in equity and driven by innovation, this plan reflects our commitment to strengthening and supporting the Fulton County Library System through sustainable funding, impactful partnerships, and expanded access to resources. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected future – one page, one program, and one patron at a time.
VISION
Every resident of Fulton County uses, values and supports their public library.
MISSION
Advocate. Partner. Invest.
Advocate. Partner. Invest.
VALUES
Access & opportunity for all
We create access, engagement opportunities, and an inclusive space for belonging at our libraries.
Lifelong learning
We embrace the quest for knowledge, enabling and encouraging learners at every stage of life.
Collaboration
We seek out and welcome partners who align with our values.
Innovation
We embrace imagination and creative risk to foster new ideas.
Community
We believe that libraries are essential to build and connect strong and diverse communities.
GOALS & KEY STRATEGIES
GOAL 1
Increase financial support for the library system
STRATEGIES
- Cultivate, steward, solicit and recognize donors and sponsors
- Secure funding partnerships that foster innovation
- Secure funding partnerships that invest in innovation, programming and capacity-building at the library system
GOAL 2
Advocate for a well-resourced library system
STRATEGIES
- Educate Fulton County residents about the value and relevance of the library system
- Increase public funding for the Fulton County Library System
GOAL 3
Foster a high-performing, sustainable organization
STRATEGIES
- Build the capability of the Foundation to support the library system
- Assure financial sustainability