FRIENDS OF THE ATASCADERO LIBRARY
EIN 77-0027062 · Education (B1170)
What they do
The Mission of The Friends of The Atascadero Library is to Support, Promote and Expand The Librarys Resources and Programs.OUR GOALS:To Secure and Maintain An Adequate Facility for Our Library. to Stimulate An Increased Awareness and Appreciation of The Resources and Services of The Library. to Promote Literacy With Reading Programs for All Ages, and to Keep Quality Books On The Shelves. to Sponsor Book Discussion Groups for Adults. to Promote The Growth and The Development of The Librarys Resources Through Monetary Contributions And/or Gifts of Books, Books On Tape or CD, Music CDs, Magazines and Other Library Materials. to Sponsor and Stimulate Volunteer Services for The Library. to Coordinate Efforts of All Groups and Individuals Interested In The Library. to Be Directly Involved In The Expansion Project for The Library So That It Will Meet The Requirements of The Community. to Sponsor Cultural and Related Programs for Both Children and Adults. to Cooperate With The "Friends of Th
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ContactWENONAH OROURKETreasurer
In care ofWENONAH O'ROURKE
Mailing addressPO BOX 561, ATASCADERO, CA 93423
Main phone(707) 479-0555 WebsiteVisit the charity’s website Emailfoalbookstore@gmail.comAdditional emailwgernst@sbcglobal.netAdditional emaillinda.folatascadero@yahoo.comSource: Form 990 public record. Confirm details with the nonprofit before visiting or sending anything.
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- Recognized since
- July 1984
- County
- San Luis Obispo
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