Public Libraries–United States
Source: AP
For Libraries, Charity Begins Online
From the article, Facing possible layoffs, shortened hours and cuts that would slash their $1.2 million book budget by a third, the staff at the Oakland Public Library in California tried a new twist on philanthropy. They posted a list of books they would buy if they could on Amazon.com, the online bookseller. The response was overwhelming.
See Also: Take a Look at the OPL “Buy a Book” Page
