The mission of the Fort Dodge Public Library Foundation is to develop charitable donations and gifts to provide supplementary funding to strengthen and enrich the Library. Created in 1991, the Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that provides prudent management and oversight of donated funds to the Foundation. The Foundation advances the Fort Dodge Public Library and its impact on our community by mobilizing community resources that help our library deliver fun and innovative programs and services while building a culture of literacy.
All donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. The charitable support the Foundation receives is used to purchase materials for the collection, fund our technology and online resources, pay for adult, teen and children’s programming, and finance special projects or needs that are not funded by the city. These services would not be possible without donor support.
Friends of the FDPL
The Friends of the Fort Dodge Public Library is an independent, philanthropic organization dedicated to enhancing the Library through fundraising and advocacy efforts. Proceeds from memberships, the Friends Book Store, donations, and book sales are used to support library programs, collections, and special projects.
As a 501(c)(3) organization, memberships and charitable donations are considered tax deductible by the IRS. Funds raised are used to help finance special projects and needs not funded by the City of Fort Dodge. These services would not be possible without your support.
Join Friends Today
Support the Friends of the Library by becoming a member today. Friends members receive early access to our book sales, our newsletter, and the satisfaction of knowing you’ve helped make a difference in our community through your support of our Library.
Friends Book Store
For more information about our Book Store visit our page here.
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