Become a member of Young Literati today. Young Literati is the Library Foundation's membership group for Angelenos in their 20s, 30s, and 40s whose mission is to raise awareness and philanthropic support for the Los Angeles Public Library.

Members are invited to a variety of programs such as author readings, film screenings, and panel discussions that inspire curiosities and ignite imaginations.

Young Literati's fundraising efforts support expanded access to educational materials and literacy programs at the Central Library and the 72 neighborhood branches. In addition, each year, Young Literati chooses one branch library in need as the recipient of a significant contribution.

Membership benefits and levels are listed below:

Friend $200
  • Complimentary invitations to all Young Literati Events.
  • Contributor level membership in the Library Associates.
  • Private, behind-the-scenes tours of exhibits and collections at the Central Library
  • Invitations to VIP exhibition openings
  • Subscription to the Library Foundation's quarterly newsletter
  • A 15% discount in the Library Store
  • A commemorative bookplate placed in a volume in the Central Library
  • Reciprocal Membership in New York Public Library's Young Lions
    $160 is tax deductible
Partner $500
All preceding benefits plus...
Patron $1,350
All preceding benefits plus
  • Guarantor level membership in the Library Associates
  • Invitation to a Leadership Circle event
  • Recognition in the Foundation Newsletter and Annual Report as a major donor
    $1,030 is tax deductible


Young Literati's Annual Toasts

Upcoming Events

Past Events

Young Literati Steering Committee

Other sites of interest:
Swink Magazine
McSweeneys
Elegant Variation
Goodreads
The Ruskin Art Club

To learn more, please contact Justin Veach, Director of New Initiatives, at (213) 228-7326.
Rachel Small, Natalie Maines and Elisa Donovan, Young Literati Event 2007