The Library Fund aims to enhance literacy, information literacy, and information access for residents of Marion County. It operates as a field-of-interest fund through The Indianapolis Foundation, a Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) affiliate, having contributed over $23.3 million since its inception.
The Minde Browning Professional Development Fund is dedicated to providing grants for professional development to employees across Marion County libraries. Established in 1999 in honor of Minde Glenn Browning, a key figure in library service and education, it supports activities like attending professional conferences, workshops, leadership development programs, and more. These grants cover costs related to registration, travel, lodging, and materials, focusing on enhancing the skills of library staff for the benefit of library patrons and the broader community.