Friends of the EPL

The Friends of the Estherville Public Library are the second-largest contributor of funding for library programs and services. In 2017 alone, over $16,000 were contributed towards the following:
- Silent Auction Fundraiser
- Memberships
- Summer Reading Program
- Equipment
- Special Programs for All Ages
- Little Free Libraries
- Participation in Community Events
- Funding to bring in outside speakers
The Friends of the EPL are a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization, and as such your donations to the organization are tax deductible. If you require a receipt for tax purposes, contact us at info@estherville.lib.ia.us or 713-362-7731.
In January of 2012, the Friends began sending out what will become an annual membership drive letter. Click here to view / print a copy, which can be used to join this low-cost organization that brings back considerable value to our community. Those who join will receive a mailed or emailed (your choice) edition of our quarterly newsletter, which gives all of the behind-the-scenes information about upcoming events at your library.