WELCOME TO ALEF (Allen Library Endowment Fund)
Treasuring Our Library!
Our mission: to provide a long-term, secure future for the Allen Public Library.
ALEF was launched in 2007 under a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charter of the Friends of the Library to promote and expand the programs and projects of the Allen Public Library, a cultural and educational treasure in the heart of downtown Allen. The Fund is committed to nurturing the Library of Tomorrow — providing a secure future for one of Allen’s most important institutions. At the same time, we are committed to nurturing the Library of Today- enriching the lives of children and adults of all ages. Our mission is to enhance existing projects and programs, as well as to make new ones possible. This includes initiatives related to future expansion, special programs and collections, staff training, equipment, and materials for the Library. All contributions are tax-deductible.
“The only thing you absolutely have to know is the location of the library.” – Albert Einstein
A New Chapter for the Allen Public Library
The Allen Public Library officially opened its renovated and expanded facility Monday, Dec. 8, welcoming residents back to its longtime home at 300 N. Allen Drive.
Allen Public Library Receives Award of Excellence for 11th Consecutive Year!
The Allen Public Library has been recognized by the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association, an affiliate of the Texas Municipal League, as a recipient of the Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award. The Library demonstrated excellence again in each of 10 distinct designated categories.
This is the 11th consecutive year Allen Public Library had received the award. For 2024, APL is one of 102 libraries recognized of the 542 total public libraries in Texas. Although the number of recognized libraries has increased from last year, the standards remained consistent. Click here to read the full article
Help ALEF Write the Library’s Next Chapter
North Texas Giving Day is September 17
Giving is open now—your gift can make an even greater impact thanks to our Matching Gift Partners!
Give $100 → Help Generate as Much as $1,000 for ALEF
Matching funds are limited, so we encourage you to make your gift today.
Together, we can write the Library’s next chapter and help ensure the Allen Public Library remains a vibrant, innovative, and welcoming place for our community today and for generations to come.
The newly transformed Allen Public Library reopened in December 2025 after an extensive renovation, and our community has enthusiastically welcomed it back.
Since reopening, the Library has already seen an incredible impact:
200,000+ visitors have walked through its doors
750,000+ items have been placed into circulation
27,000+ community members have participated in Library programs and events
These numbers tell a powerful story. The Allen Public Library is more than a place to check out books. It is a place where our community comes together to learn, connect, discover, and grow.
The Allen Library Endowment Fund (ALEF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the Allen Public Library by supporting projects, equipment, special initiatives, and future enhancements that enrich the Library experience for our entire community.
This North Texas Giving Day, ALEF is focused on writing the Library’s next chapter.
While the recent renovation transformed many areas of the Library, there is still more we can accomplish together.
One exciting future opportunity is supporting the refurbishment of the Library’s 296-seat auditorium—an important community space for educational programs, performances, author events, presentations, and special gatherings.
⭐ This Year, Your Gift Can Go Much Further!
ALEF has secured $6,250 in matching funds from nine generous Matching Gift Partners.
Because these matching gifts are being offered concurrently, your donation has the potential to make an extraordinary impact.
💥 A $100 Gift Can Become as Much as $1,000 for ALEF!
Your $100 donation can unlock up to $900 in matching funds, potentially generating as much as $1,000 in total support for ALEF and the Allen Public Library.
That means one gift can have many times its original impact.
Matching funds are limited, so give early to take advantage of this special opportunity!
Every Gift Makes a Difference
Whether your gift is $25, $50, $100, or more, your support helps ALEF continue investing in the future of a Library that belongs to all of us.
Together, we can help ensure that the Allen Public Library remains a vibrant, innovative, welcoming, and inspiring community resource today and for generations to come.
North Texas Giving Day is September 17
You don’t have to wait—giving is open now!
👉 DONATE TO ALEF TODAY:
https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/organization/Alef
Together, we can write the Library’s next chapter.
Thank you for supporting the Allen Library Endowment Fund and helping make a lasting difference for the Allen community.
