A teen-led initiative

Building equitable access to educational toys, brick by brick.

BrikShare places LEGO sets in public libraries across Minnesota, so any child can check one out just like a book, free of charge.

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How BrikShare works

We partner with public libraries to make LEGO sets available for checkout, just like any other title in the catalog.

1

Browse the shelf

Visit a partner library and browse LEGO sets shelved right alongside the books.

2

Check it out

Borrow a set with a library card. It's free, just like checking out a book.

3

Build, return, repeat

Build it, imagine with it, then return it so the next kid can discover it too.

Why it matters

Access to educational play shouldn't depend on a family's budget.

1.3M
children live in Minnesota
13%
of MN children live in poverty
24%
drop in library visits, 2009–2018

Recognized by

Rise Global Challenge

2023 Finalist

MN Cup

2023 Semi-finalist

Awesome Foundation

St. Paul Grant Awardee

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Live in four Twin Cities libraries

BrikShare LEGO shelves are lending right now at Arlington Hills, Pierre Bottineau, Merriam Park, and Nokomis public libraries. Stop by to check out a set today.

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Help us bring BrikShare to more libraries.

Every donation helps stock a shelf, maintain a set, or open a new site.

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