Founded in 1948, the same year as Brandeis University, the Brandeis National Committee provides financial support for Brandeis and its libraries.
The BNC is the largest friends-of-a-library group in the world, with 21,000 members and 37 chapters nationwide. The organization has contributed more than $215 million to Brandeis University while providing unique programming for its members.
Celebrate BNC's 75th Birthday!
Celebrate Brandeis University and BNC's 75th Anniversary with a gift to The Legacy of Louis: Inspiring Inquiry campaign and be listed on our 75th Anniversary page. Help us complete our campaign and continue to reinvigorate the Brandeis Library's mission to empower its community to become scholars, creators, and innovators, and wish BNC a Happy Birthday today!
Give the Gift of Membership
Looking for the perfect gift for someone who has it all? Look no further! Give them the gift of membership to BNC - a gift that keeps on giving with exclusive BNC experiences and privileges! (Membership valid through June 30, 2024)Featured News
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