Friends of the Library

How do the Friends support the Kingston Frontenac Public Library?

The Friends of the Kingston Frontenac Public Library are a volunteer-led organization. They have charitable status and are dedicated to raising funds to support enhanced library services. Funds are also used to allow the library to purchase materials and equipment not provided by public funding.

Become a Friend of KFPL

What the Friends do and how you can help

The Friends raise funds in several ways, including through friendship donations, gift sales, and the daily book sale at the Central branch. Visit the Book Sale and Donations page to learn which materials are acceptable for donations.

The Friends donate annually in support of local libraries where it is most needed. The funds provide a wide variety of programming and outreach throughout our branches. Recent programmes have included “Make it Happen”, a series of crafting and experimentation with different materials for adults, and science and literacy programmes for children. The Friends also purchased a 3D printer, which has seen wide use across the different branches. 

With your help, we hope to make a similar gift towards the renovation of the Isabel Turner Branch.

How do I become a Friend?

You can become a Friend by making a donation that will help to support the library’s programs. Tax receipts will be issued for any donation of $25 or more.

To join the Friends of the Library, fill out this form (PDF), and email it to friends@kfpl.ca.  

Another easy way is to donate through CanadaHelps, or by e-transfer to friends@kfpl.ca or by mailing a cheque. 

You can always call us at (613) 549-8888 ext. 3538 if you have any questions! 

As a bonus for becoming a Friend of the Library, you will receive a 15% discount at Novel Idea Bookstore (156 Princess Street). 

Friends of the Library Constitution

Download a copy of the Constitution of the Friends of the Kingston Frontenac Public Library (PDF). Our constitution outlines the official purpose of the Friends of the Library, describes how we are structured and the duties of Directors and Friends, and defines the rules by which the organization is governed. 

Volunteer with the Friends

For more information about how to join the Friends of the Library and volunteer, contact us directly by phone at (613) 549-8888, ext. 3538, or by email at friends@kfpl.ca. 

Contact

There are several methods to get in contact with the Friends of KFPL. 

Facebook: FriendsofKFPL

Instagram: @friendsofkfpl 

E-mail: friends@kfpl.ca 

Voicemail: (613) 549-8888 ext. 3538 

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Friends of KFPL 
c/o Kingston Frontenac Public Library 
130 Johnson Street 
Kingston, Ontario 
K7L 1X8