Community Engagement Opportunities The Buffalo & Erie County Public Library actively partners with local organizations such as Astronomers Without Borders, the Manitoba Children's Museum, and the Rotary Club to enhance educational and community initiatives, indicating openness to collaborative programs and funding opportunities.
Focus on Digital Inclusion With recent grants supporting Chromebook and hotspot loan programs, the library demonstrates a commitment to increasing internet access, presenting opportunities to offer digital solutions, hardware, or connectivity services to underserved populations.
Innovation Recognition Receiving the American Library Association’s Penguin Random House Library Award for Innovation highlights the library’s focus on innovative programming and services, suggesting potential for partnerships in new media, technology solutions, or innovative product offerings.
Growth and Expansion Managing 37 libraries and two mobile units across Buffalo and Erie County presents multiple touchpoints for sales of library supplies, educational materials, digital tools, or services tailored to large public library systems.
Sustainability Initiatives Recent collaborations with sustainability-focused organizations for solar eclipse glasses recycling indicate the library's interest in environmentally sustainable programs that could be complemented by eco-friendly products or green technology solutions.