# Stephen King’s $3 million pledge helped transform hometown library into a $9.6 million project

- Source: Times of India
- Published: 2026-10-17T09:57:09+00:00
- Category: World
- Original: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/in-2013-stephen-king-and-his-wife-pledged-3-million-to-save-their-hometown-library-by-2016-the-renovation-had-grown-into-a-9-6-million-project-with-modern-facilities/articleshow/135007281.cms
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/stephen-king-s-3-million-pledge-helped-transform-hometown-library-into-5d2c92/

Stephen and Tabitha King have committed $3 million to the Bangor Public Library renovation, provided that $6 million is raised through community efforts. Thanks to local support and a municipal bond, the library hit its $9 million target, kickstarting essential upgrades like roof repairs and improved community spaces, honoring both its historical significance and modern audience requirements.

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