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We are thrilled to announce Library Laureates 2025, an evening of celebration, renewal, and growth that honors both the San Francisco Public Library and the vibrant literary world of San Francisco. The Library is a steadfast presence in uncertain times and a guiding light for our community. As it blossoms with new possibilities to meet the ever-changing needs of our time, the Library continues to foster curiosity, equity, and opportunity for all, serving as a cornerstone of democracy and lifelong learning.
Library Laureates 2025 will recognize 30 Bay Area writers and creatives who illuminate our world through their books, poetry, and other creative work. These Laureates inspire us to reflect on our experiences, understand diverse perspectives, and envision a brighter future built on empathy, knowledge, and connection.
Since 1961, Friends of the San Francisco Public Library has worked to support one of the world’s most successful library systems by advocating for the institution and raising funds for vital programs and infrastructure. Proceeds from this year’s event will support key Library initiatives, including children and youth programs, lifelong learning, arts and culture, and continued renovations of Library branches.
As a sponsor, you’ll enjoy the signature experience of dining at a table with a Laureate—one of the Bay Area’s most esteemed writers and creatives. The evening will begin with an exclusive Sponsor Reception featuring the Laureates, Event Co-Chairs, the Board of Directors of Friends, City Librarian Michael Lambert, and Library Commissioners.
Corporate and individual sponsorship opportunities are available now. Additional details about the programs funded by event proceeds can be found at FriendsSFPL.org/WhatWeFund. |
Spring Awakening
A Tribute to San Francisco Libraries in Bloom Saturday, May 3, 2025 San Francisco Main Library 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM Co-Chairs Roselyne Chroman Swig Susan Swig Adam Swig San Francisco Poet Laureate Genny Lim Honorary Committee
(as of April 10, 2025) Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi Juana Alicia Robert Mailer Anderson Lisa Brown Claudine Cheng Ruth and William Isenberg Kate Goldstein-Breyer Daniel Handler Luis Herrera Michael Lambert Daphne Li Nicola Miner Sarah Smith Jones Kristi Yamaguchi Connie Wolf 
From left: Former City Librarian Luis Herrera, Event Chair Roselyne Chroman Swig, and Friends' Director of Finance Bob Daffeh
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Sponsors
(As of April 29, 2025) Lead Event Ruth and William Isenberg Camilla and George Smith Library Salon Roselyne Chroman Swig Leadership Sarah Ives and Mike Montgomery Alissa Lee and Erik Christoffersen Jessica Lipnack and Peter Booth Wiley Partner Robert Mailer Anderson and Nicola Miner Andy and Renée Charnas Rebecca Charnas Grant and Scott Grant Chrysty Esperanza and Scott Jones Dr. Stephen Leavitt and Dr. Maribelle Leavitt Barbro and Bernard Osher Baker Tilly Dodge & Cox Innovation Lisa Brown and Daniel Handler Claudine Cheng Randi and Bob Fisher Sako and William Fisher Lisa Pritzker Jessica Rubin and Ben Solarz Marcia Graham Schneider Kimberlee Swig Connie Wolf Activation Barbara Berman Marie Ciepiela Patricia S. Dinner Judy Ford and Daniel Mathalon Emily and John Garvie Dr. Patricia Hellman Gibbs and Dr. Richard Gibbs Louis Jaffe and Kitty Whitman Whitney and Zach Jones Barbara and David Kimport Katrina Kimport and Matthew Villeneuve Kendall Luck Laidlaw Chronicle Books eCIO Hoopla Digital Perkins Coie Foundation The Swig Company |
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$50,000
LEAD EVENT SPONSOR
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$25,000
LIBRARY SALON SPONSOR
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$15,000
LEADERSHIP SPONSOR
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$10,000
PARTNER SPONSOR
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$5,000
INNOVATION SPONSOR
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$2,500
ACTIVATION SPONSOR
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$500
SINGLE TICKET
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