Founded in Hillsborough in 1981, the Friends of the Orange County Public Library have grown alongside the library itself. In 2026, the Friends of the Southern Branch joined our organization, bringing supporters of both library locations together in one countywide Friends group.
We’re neighbors who love the library and want to help it thrive. We raise money, volunteer, run book sales, connect people with the library, and speak up when it matters.
Our mission is to help ensure that the Orange County Public Library has the resources and community support it needs to thrive.
Questions about the Friends? Email us at focplnc@gmail.com.
Raise Support
Memberships, donations, book sales, and sponsorships turn into programs, equipment, staff development, and other library needs.
Build Community
Book sales, author events, volunteer opportunities, and other projects bring people together around the library.
Speak Up
We help residents understand what the library needs and make it easier for the community to be heard.
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Be Part of What Comes Next
Join the Friends, volunteer when it fits, make a gift, or simply stay connected.
