Friends of the Napa Library (FOL)
$27,550 raised from 148 donations

How We Impact the Community
Imagine not being able to read words. Picture a young adult staring at homework, desperate for help. Imagine being a child unable to attend a summer program due to the costs. Or an older adult, alone, trying to see pictures of loved ones but unable to navigate a tablet.
Every day, thanks to the generosity of donors and the dedication of volunteers, we help the Napa Library meet such needs for our community, offering programs like the Summer Reading Adventure and the Memory Lab.
Our impact extends well beyond the library’s walls. We donate books to schools, laundromats, senior housing, hospitals, family centers—even the local jail. Most importantly, we distribute thousands of free books to children each year, helping them discover the joy of reading and the pride that comes with having a book of their own.
By promoting literacy and learning, we open doors to opportunity. Your support keeps our library a vibrant hub of education, culture, and connection, where everyone, from young readers to older adults, feels a sense of belonging.
Testimonial
Thanks to the Friends of the Napa Library, our students—many visiting the library for the first time—received books to keep and treasure. Their excitement was overwhelming. For some, it was their very first book. This thoughtful gift fosters a love of reading and makes a lasting impact on young lives.
What a $10 donation buys
$10 buys 20 children’s books, craft kit supplies, or a $10 award gift card for Summer Reading Program participants.
What a $50 donation buys
$50 helps pay for professional presentations for kids, including “It’s the Bubble Lady” and “Circus on Smiles: Reader Celebration.”
Other Ways to Help
Volunteer Opportunities
- Become a member of the Friends of the Napa Library (FOL)
- Volunteer to assist in sorting, cleaning and boxing donated items
- Volunteer to staff a shift or two at the periodic book sales
- Assist in staffing an FOL information table and/or book giveaway at community-based events
- Promote the myriad programs and activities offered by the Napa Library
- Consider joining the Friends of the Napa Library Board!
Wish List for Donated Items:
- Donate gently used books, CDs and DVDs for periodic book sales
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