About Friends of the Palmer Public Library, Inc
What do we fund?
The Friends of the Palmer Public Library Inc. holds fundraisers to supplement the library's budget. We contribute to:
- Library building fund
- All of the funding for the Summer Reading Program
- A significant portion of the money used to buy new books for the library
- Money for special projects, such as children's computer systems, furniture, etc.
- Host "Sundays at 2" Community Events
- Partial funding for shelving
- Trick or Treat Street
- Saturday Storytime
- Other special needs as they come up!
Purpose
We assist the Palmer Public Library in developing programs to meet current community needs, promote knowledge of and participation in library programs, and aid in providing funds to meet special library needs.
History
The Palmer Library started in a Colony tent in the late 1930's. In October, 1945, the Palmer Library Association was formed with a constitution and Articles of Incorporation as a non-profit organization in the Territory of Alaska. Palmer Library was officially recognized in 1946, and moved around until the permanent location was completed in 1985, with volunteer "friends" support every step of the way. Today's iteration, Friends of the Palmer Public Library, Inc has been active since 1980.
Helping Our Community
We believe in the library. It's not just a collection of books. It's a place to grow, a place to learn, an expression of our community. The services offered at the library impact the lives of the people who visit, and through them, the community at large. Friends of the Palmer Public Library Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit organization of community volunteers dedicated to promoting the Palmer Public Library and all that it stands for.
Volunteers
Friends of the Palmer Public Library, Inc is operated entirely by dedicated volunteers! The library wouldn't be the beloved community gathering space it is today without our past volunteers. Today's volunteers keep that momentum going as they tirelessly advocate for the library, raise funds, and hold special events.
If you have a talent, skill, or passion you'd like to put to use to support the Palmer Public Library, we have all kinds of opportunities for you to help.
Membership
Become a member, or renew your membership
Senior/Student: $10.00
Annual: $25.00
Sponsor: $100.00
Patron: $250.00
Sustaining: $500.00
Lifetime: $1,000.00
A Lifetime membership receives a plaque in the library recognizing your generous contribution.