Who are the Friends?
Friends of The Seattle Public Library (FOSPL) have been supporting The Seattle Public Library since 1941. Through programs, advocacy, and events we help keep The Library and literacy at the center of the Seattle community.
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With brick and mortar locations, community events, and pop-ups all year round, we’d love to see you in person.
Membership shows support for The SPL, helps fund our programs, and encourages reading in the community.
Find the latest Library, Friends, and other book-ish merch to show your support and look great while doing it!
Stay Informed
Sign up for the Friends of The Seattle Public Library newsletter to get information about upcoming events, impact updates, reflections from the Board, and much more.
Looking to Donate Books?
The Friends of The Seattle Public Library sells and redistributes donated books to further our work in supporting literacy in Seattle communities.
Speak Up for The Library
Sign up for updates on policy decisions and funding opportunities that impact The Library at the local, state, and federal levels—and take action to help keep your libraries strong.
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We have wish lists with Costco (office essentials) and Bookshop.org (Books for Teachers).
Membership is a great way to show your support for The Seattle Public Library, help fund library programs and encourage reading in our community.
Here are a few ways you can support your Friends:
Check out our online shop for books and gifts.
Speak up for the library
Sign up for updates on policy decisions and funding opportunities that impact your Library at the local, state, and federal levels — and how you can take action to help keep your Library strong.
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Contact Us
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Central Library (main branch), Level 3
1000 Fourth Ave, Seattle WA 98104
(206) 733-9015