The total includes 203 active memberships and 26 community donors. Each membership or donor counts once. A community donor is someone who made a gift but does not currently have an active membership.
Since 1981, neighbors have supported the Orange County Public Library through the Friends. They’ve joined, given, staffed book sales and events, volunteered their time, and spoken up when the library needed community support.
Today, the Friends support both the Main Library in Hillsborough and the Southern Branch in Carrboro, along with library service across Orange County.
To celebrate our 45th anniversary, we’re working toward 450 library supporters from across Orange County. A larger membership means stronger support for both branches, library programs and projects, and a broader community ready to speak up for the library when it matters.
Taking part is easy. Join from $25 a year, renew your membership, or make a gift of any size. Already a member? You’re already part of the count.
Choose a Membership
Every membership includes early access to the Friends’ semiannual book sales, a place at Friends meetings, and a connection to other library supporters. Membership dues help fund library programs, equipment, staff training, and other needs. See everything membership includes. Prefer not to join? A gift of any size counts toward the campaign, and you would be counted as a community donor.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does renewing count toward the goal?
Yes. The campaign counts active memberships, so renewing keeps your individual or household membership in the total.
- Do donations count toward the goal?
Yes. Someone who makes a gift without an active membership is counted once as a community donor. Additional gifts from the same donor do not increase the count.
- What does a family membership cover?
A family membership covers everyone in one household and counts as one membership toward the campaign goal.
- Does a lifetime membership expire?
A lifetime membership does not require annual renewal.
- Will my name appear publicly?
Only with your permission. You can choose to be recognized on our members and donors page or ask not to be listed.
- Are membership dues and donations tax-deductible?
They may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Consult your tax adviser about your circumstances.
Help Us Reach 450
Join, renew, make a gift, or invite another library lover to take part.
