About Friends of the Punta Gorda Charlotte Library
History of the Friends
The Friends of the Punta Gorda Charlotte Library was incorporated in 1977 as a non-profit 501(c) (3) corporation, chartered under the laws of Florida, and is a legally distinct entity from Charlotte County and it’s library system.
The mission of the Friends is to promote awareness of, appreciation for and the use of the Punta Gorda Charlotte Library.
To accomplish these goals, the Friends raise money through membership dues, special events and the Friends Bookstore. As a non-profit, the Friends also receives donations and contributions from individuals, businesses, other non-profits and corporations.
What Do We Do?
The Friends provides and participates in the community:
- Provides the library with much needed funding to increase the media collections, fund children, teen and adult programs
- Procures furniture and equipment for the library and assist with building maintenance and improvements as needed
- Provides funding for events and projects that benefit the Charlotte County Library system as a whole
- Participates in the community and is proud to be a member of the Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce