Volunteer
We love our library
As FRIENDS OF THE FREEDOM PUBLIC LIBRARY, we are dedicated to preserving and strengthening the resources, services and facilities that the library gives freely to our community. The library brings enjoyment to our lives and helps us endow our children with an understanding of our heritage and culture. In gratitude and with dedication to sharing these same gifts and new ones with our community, we have become friends who support the work of the Freedom Public Library.
As FRIENDS OF THE FREEDOM PUBLIC LIBRARY, we are dedicated to preserving and strengthening the resources, services and facilities that the library gives freely to our community. The library brings enjoyment to our lives and helps us endow our children with an understanding of our heritage and culture. In gratitude and with dedication to sharing these same gifts and new ones with our community, we have become friends who support the work of the Freedom Public Library.
Our Mission
To raise supplemental funds that the Freedom Public Library can use to develop and promote library resources, services, and facilities for the library community.
Our Vision
The Freedom Public Library receives the financial support and resources to provide outstanding programs, services and other opportunities to enrich the lives of everyone in our community.
Our Goal
To support our newly expanded library with supplemental funding to enhance the library environment as a welcoming, vibrant resource for our community.
The mission of the Friends of Freedom Public Library is to raise supplemental funds that are used to develop and promote library resources, services and facilities for the community.
We are dedicated to preserving and strengthening the resources, services and facilities that the library gives freely to our community. The library brings enjoyment to our lives and helps us endow our children with an understanding of our heritage and culture.
Become a FriendWe are dedicated to preserving and strengthening the resources, services and facilities that the library gives freely to our community. The library brings enjoyment to our lives and helps us endow our children with an understanding of our heritage and culture.
New Happenings!
Why The Friends Need Your Support
As a cornerstone of the community, the Freedom Public Library offers a safe space where individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities come together to explore, learn, and create.
The Friends play a vital role as a dedicated partner, raising essential supplemental funds to meet the evolving needs of the library. There is an urgent need for expanded programs, services, and resources.
Additionally, the growing population in southwest Marion County will place further demand on existing services, highlighting the need for increased financial support.
We have identified four key areas (shown below) where additional funding will greatly enhance our offerings.
The Friends play a vital role as a dedicated partner, raising essential supplemental funds to meet the evolving needs of the library. There is an urgent need for expanded programs, services, and resources.
Additionally, the growing population in southwest Marion County will place further demand on existing services, highlighting the need for increased financial support.
We have identified four key areas (shown below) where additional funding will greatly enhance our offerings.
Early Learning Center
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Promoting social and emotional growth in preschool children and preparing them for academic success through enriching, family-shared experiences.
Programming
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Offering diverse programs for children, teens, and adults that leverage the rich resources of Marion County to meet the needs and interests of our community.
Professional Staff Development
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Empowering library staff with continuous professional development opportunities, ensuring they can offer cutting-edge services to our patrons.
Friends Bookstore
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Expanding the sale of affordable, donated used books through the Friends’ bookstore, with all proceeds directly supporting the mission of providing supplemental financial assistance to the library.
Early Learning Center
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Promoting social and emotional growth in preschool children and preparing them for academic success through enriching, family-shared experiences.
Programming
Hover to learn more
Offering diverse programs for children, teens, and adults that leverage the rich resources of Marion County to meet the needs and interests of our community.
Professional Staff Development
Hover to learn more
Empowering library staff with continuous professional development opportunities, ensuring they can offer cutting-edge services to our patrons.
Friends Corner Bookstore
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Expanding the sale of affordable, donated used books through the Friends Corner Bookstore, with all proceeds directly supporting the mission of providing supplemental financial assistance to the library.
Thank you for your Support
Your contributions to the Friends of the Freedom Public Library are more than just financial support—they are the lifeblood of our ability to serve and inspire our community. Every donation plays a crucial role in expanding library services, creating enriching educational programs, and preserving valuable resources for future generations. Because of your generosity, we can continue to provide a place where knowledge thrives, creativity flourishes, and lifelong learning remains accessible to all.
Your support is a testament to the shared values of literacy, learning, and cultural engagement that unite our community. It ensures that the Freedom Public Library remains a vital resource and gathering place for generations to come. With your help, we can do more than just maintain the status quo—we can innovate, grow, and reach new heights in fulfilling our mission. As we look to the future and work toward expanding our library’s impact, your contributions are making a real and lasting difference.
Thank you for believing in the power of libraries and for being an essential part of our journey.
Your support is a testament to the shared values of literacy, learning, and cultural engagement that unite our community. It ensures that the Freedom Public Library remains a vital resource and gathering place for generations to come. With your help, we can do more than just maintain the status quo—we can innovate, grow, and reach new heights in fulfilling our mission. As we look to the future and work toward expanding our library’s impact, your contributions are making a real and lasting difference.
Thank you for believing in the power of libraries and for being an essential part of our journey.
Events
BOOK DONATIONS
Monday–Saturday: 10:15 A.M. – 4 P.M.
We’re always grateful for your donations of clean, gently used books, puzzles, CDs, audiobooks, and DVDs. Your contributions help support the work of the Friends and our library.
Donations may be brought to the Friends Corner Bookstore at the Freedom Public Library, Monday through Saturday, between 10:15 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Items We’re Unable to Accept
To help us make the best use of our space, we’re not able to accept textbooks, encyclopedias, magazines, workbooks, or items that are worn or discolored.
We gratefully accept donations of gently used books to support our mission.
Donations may be brought to the Friends Corner Bookstore at the Freedom Public Library, Monday through Saturday, between 10:15 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Items We’re Unable to Accept
To help us make the best use of our space, we’re not able to accept textbooks, encyclopedias, magazines, workbooks, or items that are worn or discolored.
We gratefully accept donations of gently used books to support our mission.
Have a question, a suggestion, or a comment?
Feel Free to Contact Us.
We’re located at 5870 SW 95th St, Ocala, FL 34476
Friends@FOFLibrary.orgWe’re located at 5870 SW 95th St, Ocala, FL 34476