You remember the magic of your childhood library—your first library card, the thrill of checking out a stack of books, the quiet place where you could read, imagine, and just be yourself.
Your kids deserve that same experience.
Libraries ignite curiosity, foster community, and give children space to discover who they are. But today, those spaces are under pressure—from funding cuts, organized censorship, and rising demand without the resources to meet it.
Parents across the country are stepping up to protect these vital public resources. Will you join them?
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FOR OUR CHILDREN. FOR OUR FUTURE. FOR OUR LIBRARIES.
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