James Patterson raised his 2015 school library donation to $1.75m, helping 467 US libraries

Oct 11, 2026 - 07:30
James Patterson raised his 2015 school library donation to $1.75m, helping 467 US libraries

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James Patterson initially pledged $1.25 million to support US school libraries but increased the donation to $1.75 million. This increase followed an overwhelming response from schools, revealing their pressing needs for resources. A total of 467 libraries benefited from the grants, funding books, technology, and repairs. The American Association of School Librarians recognized Patterson for his advocacy and financial contributions.

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