Friends of the Library

Who are the Friends of the Library?

The Friends of the Lawrenceburg Public Library, established in 2000, is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the library and its initiatives. Your tax-deductible donations and membership fees directly contribute to enhancing library programs and services.

As a Friend of the Library, you'll join a community of passionate book lovers who share a common goal: to promote literacy and encourage a love of reading.

An elected board of directors leads the Friends of the Library, guiding its mission and determining the best ways to support the library. If you're interested in serving on the board, please reach out to LPLDFriends@gmail.com.

How You Can Help

Donations to the Friends of the Library enable the Lawrenceburg Public Library District to provide extra programming - above and beyond what tax dollars can supply.

The Friends help the library in a variety of ways:
► Fund special activities and programs, such as puppet and magic shows, youth summer reading programs, book signings, author visits, film showings, and various adult programs
► Organize ongoing used book sales and holiday bake sales
► Purchase equipment and furnishings that the library would otherwise be unable to acquire

These activities are made possible by income from book sales, membership dues, donations, and other fundraising events.

Volunteer Opportunities

We welcome you if you are interested in joining or helping the Friends! Likewise, many opportunities are available if you are interested in volunteering to help at the Lawrenceburg Library or North Dearborn Branch. Some opportunities to lend a hand include:

• Organize and replenish book sale shelves at the Main Branch and North Dearborn Branch
• Scan incoming book donations
• Volunteer for “Day Of” events, such as Book and Bake Sales
• Transport old used books to donation outlets
• Contribute your baking skills for our annual Bake Sale
• Vice President of Board – role responsibilities include attending 4 meetings throughout the year, ideating new ways to generate income and volunteers for the library, and participating in ongoing events

If you would like to participate in any way or learn more, please contact us at LPLDFriends@gmail.com. This is a fantastic way to give back to your community.

You are Invited to Join the Friends

Our members make a difference in our community by committing one-time or annual donations through their membership dues.

Print our membership form from here (PDF File) and drop it at the library or mail it in. We also offer electronic membership sign-up via https://givebutter.com/LPLDFriends. It is that easy.

Questions? Please contact us via email: LPLDFriends@gmail.com

Giving Donations in Memory of a Loved One

Please contact us if you’d like a donation contribution link specific to your loved one for a visitation or funeral. We are happy to customize it for your needs. Donations can also be electronically contributed via the QR code below, https://givebutter.com/LPLDFriends, mailing a check payable to Friends of LPLD 150 Mary Street Lawrenceburg, IN 47025.

The only way to have a friend is to be one. 

Ralph Waldo Emerson

 

The American Library Association celebrates all Friends’ groups.

Libraries need Friends – it’s just that simple. In fact, across America, many public libraries
were established through the efforts of community members who understood the value of
libraries to their communities and that libraries needed community support to survive.

How do libraries benefit from Friends groups? They benefit from the expansion of their
resources to serve the public. Friends extend a library’s capacity through dollar gifts,
volunteer and program support, and advocacy…Additionally, any library that seeks grant funding will find itself in a much more competitive position for those grants if it can show that they receive tangible support from the very people who use and benefit from the library.

Learn More About the ALA

Thank you for being our Friend!