FRIENDS OF THE SALINAS PUBLIC LIBRARIES
EIN 77-0180168 · Education (B1170)
What they do
Friends of The Salinas Public Library (FOSPL) is A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit, Public-benefit Organization of Volunteers Which Provides Financial Contributions to The City of Salinas Library System and Which Conducts Programs to Support and Supplement The Librarys Educational Mission. FOSPL Funds Programs and Purchases Not Within The Library Budget. FOSPL Also Works to Create Public Awareness of and Community Support for The Library System and Its Literacy Programs.
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ContactRobin YoungTreasurer
In care of% SALINAS PUBLIC LIBRARY
Mailing address110 W SAN LUIS ST, SALINAS, CA 93901-2620
Main phone(831) 214-5833 Contact phone(831) 202-1830 WebsiteVisit the charity’s website Emailfriendssquare4@gmail.comAdditional emailfriendssquare4@gmail.commadeSource: Form 990 public record. Confirm details with the nonprofit before visiting or sending anything.
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- Recognized since
- January 1993
- County
- Monterey
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