Support the San Mateo Library

Welcome to the San Mateo Public Library Foundation!

We are dedicated to raising both private and public funds to help support the dynamic, diverse and educational programs and services our Library has to offer.

Please explore our website and learn about what we do and how you can help us support the San Mateo Public Library.

News & Events

Adolescent Mental Heath: What Every Parent Should Know

Wed., May 30 @ 6PM

Learn how to recognize the signs of depression, ADD and substance abuse in teens, as well as strategies for addressing them. More»

Friends of the Library
Fall Harvest Book Sale

Sept. 21st - 23rd

This is one of our biggest events of the year! All proceeds from the Friends' book sales support the San Mateo Public Library Foundation. More»

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SMPLF: Our Mission

Watch and Learn

Thank you to all who made our 1st Annual Author's Gala a success! More »

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Library Programs Make a Difference!
Youth Literacy Clinic

Youth Literacy Clinic

San Mateo Public Library partners with golfers to keep 'youth on course' for success.

Read to a Dog Program at the San Mateo Public Library

Read to a Dog

program is a collaboration with the Peninsula Humane Society and SPCA and wildly popular with children.

Job Seekers Program at the San Mateo Public Library

Job Seekers

get volunteer guidance on job research, resumes and online job applications.

Free Computer and Internet Access at the San Mateo Public Library

Free Computer & Internet Access

is the gateway to information and staying connected to family, friends and world events.

Cultural Events at the Library celebrate the rich diversity of our community

Cultural Events

at the Library celebrate the rich diversity of our community

Registering first time card holders is one of many joyful programs serving our families and children.

Registering first time card holders

is one of many joyful programs serving our families and children.

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