Membership
The Friends of the Library receives its funding from two primary sources: annual Membership Fees and Book Sale revenues. Membership in Friends of the Library is for a calendar year. The Friends of the Library is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, so your membership fee and any other donations are fully tax-deductible.
Membership Levels:
- Senior Citizen – $5
- Household, whether individual or family – $10
- Patron – $25
- Sustaining – $50
Benefits to Members:
- Letter, telephone or email invitation to every library program
- Reserved seats at each Friends-sponsored program
- Participation in special members-only drawings
- Voting privileges at the annual membership meeting
- Satisfaction from helping to build a stronger library for all citizens of Ashland
Benefits to the Library:
- The purchase of equipment, furniture and materials on the Library’s wish list
- Educational and cultural programs for the community
- Financial support for the Summer Reading Program, Teen Movie Nights and other Library-centered activities for children and teens
- Promotion of the Library through the July 4th Book Sale, Train Day and other major events
To become a Member, simply stop by the Library Circulation Desk and request a form, or download a Membership Form here. You can pay your Membership Fee at the Circulation Desk or mail to:
The Ashland Friends of the Library
Richard S. Gillis Jr/Ashland Brank Library
201 S. Railroad Avenue
Ashland, VA 23005
Read about more Ways You Can Help support the Friends of the Library and the Ashland Library by contributing your time and energy to the Friends.