Gunnison Friends of the Library
To support the Gunnison County Library by fundraising, providing volunteer assistance, and underwriting books, furnishings, technology, and program needs that expand access to literacy and lifelong learning.
About Gunnison Friends of the Library
Gunnison Friends of the Library is a community-based nonprofit friends group that raises funds and provides volunteer support for the Gunnison County Library; it operates to enhance library services, collections, and programming in the Gunnison Valley.
The organization is registered as a tax-exempt educational nonprofit (EIN 84-1194810) and focuses its resources on purchasing books and equipment, underwriting public programming, and organizing community fundraising events.
In the last 2–3 years the group has continued regular book sales and community fundraisers, partnered with the library on family and children’s programming, and received local grant support to sustain general operating and program activities.
Notable achievements
Ongoing community fundraising
Sustained regular book sales and special events that materially contribute to the library’s purchases of books, furnishings, and equipment.
Grant-supported operating support
Secured local grant funding in recent years to support general operating and program expenses for the Gunnison library.
Partnerships with schools and artists
Collaborated with Gunnison High School art students and local artists on silent auctions and art-focused fundraisers to engage the community and raise funds.
At a glance
- Tax status
- 501(c)(3)Public charity
- EIN
- 84-1194810
- Location
- Gunnison, CO
- On Mahalo since
- November 2025
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