Friends of the Orono Public Library

The Friends of the Orono Public Library is a nonprofit educational organization based in Orono, Maine.

History and Mission

Founded in 1993, this group is composed of residents from Orono and surrounding communities. Their primary mission is to support and enhance the services and programs provided by the Orono Public Library.

Activities and Support

The organization primarily focuses on funding special programs for the library. They facilitate access to local cultural and educational attractions by purchasing annual passes for their members, which include institutions like the Penobscot Theatre, the Discovery Museum, State Parks, and the Astronomy Center[2][4].

Community Engagement

To generate funds, the Friends of the Orono Public Library organize various events, such as book sales. For instance, they host pop-up book sales in the community, which help raise money for supporting the library’s initiatives[1].

Membership and Impact

Membership in the organization supports these efforts and provides benefits such as free passes to local attractions. By engaging with the community and hosting fundraising events, the Friends of the Orono Public Library plays a crucial role in enriching the library's offerings for both adults and children[4][5].

Legal Status

The Friends of the Orono Public Library is recognized as a registered Educational Organization with an EIN of 010471165[3].

[1] https://orono.org/Calendar.aspx [2] https://www.orono.org/883/Friends-of-the-Orono-Public-Library [3] https://www.charitynavigator.org/ein/010471165 [4] https://www.orono.org/DocumentCenter/View/6610/FOPL_membership [5] https://www.orono.org/373/Support-the-Library