The Brooklyn Vanguard is a dynamic group of Library patrons between the ages of twenty-one and thirty-something committed to expanding the role of the Brooklyn Public Library in the intellectual life of the City of New York. Founded in 2007 by a committee of founding members, this special membership group seeks:

• To promote the vital cultural and societal impact of the Library's resources to Brooklynites
• To foster a younger generation of friends, advocates supporting the mission of the Library
• To raise funds for the Brooklyn Public Library's programs and services through membership and Vanguard events and programs
• To expand the next generation of donors for the Library

The Brooklyn Vanguard hosts a number of fundraising events throughout the year (i.e., Library After Dark, Gala After Party, etc.). The Brooklyn Vanguard also participates in several programmatic events, as well as a host of library volunteer activities.

Members of the Brooklyn Vanguard are asked to support the Library in the following ways:

• Become a Member
• Attend the two yearly fundraising events, help promote Vanguard events and sell tickets
• Assist in soliciting corporate sponsorships and donations for Vanguard events
• Encourage friends to become Vanguard Members
• Attend occasional meetings of the Brooklyn Vanguard (between 4 - 6 meetings per year; either in person or via conference call)

Become a Member Today!

• Invitation to all Brooklyn Vanguard events at discounted rate (wherever applicable)
• Behind-the-scenes access to Central Library
• Invite-only BPL Walking Tour for two
• Invitation to opening receptions for BPL exhibitions
• Subscription to BPL's e-newsletter
• Discounted admission for one guest to two Brooklyn Vanguard events per year (wherever applicable)

To find out how you can become a member today or information about upcoming events, please contact Maggie Beaute-Lucien at 718-230-2465 or via email at