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About the Friends of the Library Contact Information
Please call (559) 488-3185 at the Central Library to get the name and number of the current Friends' Membership Vice President if you wish further information. "The New Book" by Clement Renzi |
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Purpose (as stated in the Friends' Bylaws):
It is recognized that the administration of the Fresno County Public Library
is vested in the Board of Supervisors of Fresno County. The Friends of the Fresno
County Public Library is a non-profit organization dedicated to cultivating interest
in the Library, serving as an advocate for the Library in the community and providing
funding for needs not met by government sources through fundraising, sponsoring
public awareness events and serving as a vehicle to receive contributions to
the Library in the form of gifts, endowments and bequests.
Activities Include:
- Raising funds for special library projects and purchases (equipment, books, tapes, and films).
- Channeling donations of time and money from individuals and organizations to the Library.
- Advocating legislation to help libraries.
- Providing volunteer assistance to the Library.
For more information on fund raising and activities, please view the Fund Raising and Activities page.