The Cedar Rapids Public Library Foundation has announced a $3.5 million gift from the Busse Foundation to complete the organization’s $10 million capital campaign.
The funds will support construction of a new westside library, which will be named in recognition of the foundation. The Busse Branch will take up approximately 40,000-square feet and double the collection and meeting room space found in the library’s current westside location.
“We are deeply grateful to the Busse Foundation for their visionary support,” said Cedar Rapids Public Library director Dara Schmidt. “Their investment not only brings the campaign to a successful close, but it also demonstrates the true power of philanthropy. The Busse Branch transforms this neighborhood for generations to come and opens opportunity far beyond its doors.”…