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Friends of the Library
Mission
The Friends of the Pella Public Library is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization created to:
- Help generate financial support for the improvement of the library
- Increase the interest in and use of the library and its services
- Promote knowledge of the functions, resources, services, and needs of the library
- Provide, when available, volunteers to assist with library projects
About
The Friends of the Pella Public Library is a charitable organization founded in 1989 to help support the Mission of the Pella Public Library and to promote interest in and use of it services and resources. Through a variety of fundraisers our all-volunteer organization supports ongoing literacy and cultural program, subscriptions to electronic media, one-time equipment purchases, the Summer Library Program, aviary maintenance, and much more!
Membership
Membership in the Friends of the Pella Public Library is open to all persons in agreement with its purposes and indicating a desire to become a member. Each member is entitled to a single vote. If you would like to become a member of the Friends of the Pella Public Library, please complete the Membership Application Form (PDF). For more information, call the library at 628-4268 or email us. You can also take a look at our new membership brochure! (PDF)
Book Sales
The Friends operate an ongoing book sale in the Book Nook. In addition, larger sales are held in April, July and October. Donations are always welcome and can be dropped off at the Library Circulation Desk. Please see our donation guidelines (PDF) for more information about the kinds of materials we accept.
Board
The board of the Friends of the Library has eight elected officers drawn from the general membership. In addition, the library director serves as an advisor and a non-voting member. Board members can be elected to two consecutive two-year terms but cannot serve more than two consecutive terms. The Friends of the Pella Public Library operate on a fiscal year starting January 1 and ending December 31.
Officers
Janece Schmitz | President | |
Wanda Coleman | Vice-President | |
Lynn Bishara | Secretary | |
Sandy Verhoef | Treasurer | |
Ann Blazek | Communications Chair | |
Mary Linde | At-Large | |
Aurelie Mock | Book Sales Chair | |
Allie Thomas | Membership Chair | |
Mara Strickler | Library Director |
Annual Meeting
The next Friends of the Library Annual Business Meeting will take place in April 2023. All are invited to attend!