WhO WE ARE

Mission

The Santa Barbara Public Library Foundation supports the long-term health and sustainability of the Santa Barbara Public Library through public-private partnerships.

The Santa Barbara Public Library Foundation is currently raising funds for the critically needed projects at our Central library. Find out more under What We Fund.

Our Vision

The Santa Barbara Public Library Foundation envisions a high achieving Public Library that provides access to a broad array of resources and services to all residents of Santa Barbara.

Our Values

Libraries are a cornerstone of the community and are effectively supported through public private partnerships.

History

Who We Are

Our Success

History

Who We Are

Our Success

Alan Brumberger is a graduate of Yale University, the University of Michigan Law School and Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration. Mr. Brumberger was the Chief Executive Officer and General Securities Principal for Emerald Point Capital, LLC., a FINRA Registered Broker Dealer in New York. He has held numerous leadership positions and Board memberships in various philanthropic organizations and investment banking firms including President and CEO of Shearson American Express International Limited, the firm's international investment banking arm in London. He is excited to do his part to help the Santa Barbara Public Library continue and build upon its remarkable record of being a fundamental community resource in broadening our citizens’ literacy.