Library

Community Outreach

What We Do

The Community Outreach team creates programs that matter to our community.

This special unit works with schools, local groups and community partners to develop learning programs, community classes and special events focused around three areas.

1. Parent Engagement: Develops partnerships with community organizations, providing valuable resources and learning opportunities for parents and caregivers.

2. Educational Outreach: Works to build community partnerships to provide educational resources and support that furthers the Fort Worth Public Library’s mission.

3. Outreach Services: Coordinates the Library’s participation in Fort Worth’s festivals and partners with a variety of nonprofits, neighborhoods, museums, community centers, businesses and other City departments.

Resources

Step 1.Resources for Parents & Caregivers

The Parent & Caregiver Café offers free meeting rooms in the library to parent groups, organizations and community partners to support parents and caregivers. Community groups can reserve a space at no cost, and library staff will provide attendees with a brief overview of library resources and services.

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Step 2.Resources for Educators

We provide resources for teachers and students to enhance the classroom with a steady supply of books and materials in a wide range of subjects and reading levels. Every student in Texas and every teacher serving Fort Worth-based students can get a free Fort Worth Public Library card to access classroom resources.

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Step 3.Resources for Students

A library card provides unlimited access to resources and tutorials to help students with their schoolwork! Get a Youth Library Card with proof of school enrollment when you visit any of our locations, or email us today to start a youth card application.

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