South Montgomery County Friends of the Library Inc.

Overview

South Montgomery County Friends of the Library Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the South Regional Library and the George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library, both branches of the Montgomery County Library System in Texas. The organization aims to promote awareness and provide resources to enhance library services beyond what is covered by the county budget.

Objectives

The primary goals of South Montgomery County Friends of the Library Inc. include:

• Program Support: They subsidize a variety of programs designed by library staff that cater to different age groups and interests, such as book clubs for children, teens, and seniors, job fairs, family game nights, dancing classes, and health and wellness initiatives like Library Lite.
• Resource Enhancement: The organization contributes to the purchase of books, media, supplies, and equipment not funded by the libraries' annual budgets, thereby enriching the library's offerings.

Revenue Generation

Financial resources are generated through:

• Annual Book Sales
• Used Book Shops: Located within the two library branches.
• Internet Sales
• Membership Dues and Contributions: These additional funds support the organization's activities.

Governance and Financial Status

South Montgomery County Friends of the Library Inc. is classified under the Philanthropy, Voluntarism, and Grantmaking Foundations N.E.C. category by the National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE). The organization is tax-exempt, with donations being tax-deductible. As of recent financial filings, the majority of its revenue comes from "Other Revenue," while contributions and investment income also play a role in its overall financial structure.

Tax-Exempt Status

The organization became tax-exempt in December 1989, with an Employer Identification Number (EIN) of 76-0287561.

Community Impact

By supporting the libraries, South Montgomery County Friends of the Library Inc. helps create vibrant community centers that offer educational and recreational activities, fostering a culture of learning and engagement for residents of all ages.

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