Our values
About us
The Friends of the Coastal Branch Library raise funds exclusively for the support of projects and programs at the Library and to promote public awareness of the services and programs available. We are a 501c3 tax exempt charitable organization that supports the Library through funds raised by tax exempt member dues, money collected through book sales in our Book Shop, large bi-annual book sales and grants from individuals and corporations.
Our benefits
Who we are
Special events, book sales, classes and programs sponsored by Friends of Coastal Branch Library are a group on volunteers who help promote events, classes and programs for the residents of Walton County throughout the year. We partner with local artist and schools for “Art in Public Places” with free quarterly exhibits for our patrons and visitors to enjoy with acclaimed local artists participating. When you see a unusually painted Tiny Library throughout Walton County, it could be one of Victoria Seller’s Tiny Libraries provided through the Friends of the Library. We participate in bringing literacy and educational programs to all. Our latest project in an historical perspective on Walton Count and the series is available to view in the Library as well as available to schools and civic organizations. Please consider joining the Friends Group to get involved with your community library. For more information about our events and volunteer opportunities contact us here
Our Mission
To Strengthen the Library is Service to Our Community
The Friends of the Coastal Branch Library, Inc. is a non profit organization whose members are full and part-time residents of the Santa Rosa Beach Communities in Walton County, Florida. Our purpose is to raise funds for the support of the Coastal Branch Library and to foster the use of the library’s facilities by residents and visitors through public relations and community consciousness raising activities.
The Friend’s Board meets monthly to plan, execute, and evaluate fundraising projects and community relations efforts. All proceeds are available to the Library to help fund programs for all ages as well as capital contributions for larger projects. We are a 501(c)(3) and operate a book shop within the Library and sell donated gently used books at discounted prices. Our primary fund raising events has been one or two large book sales a year, our relationships with Grant awards from our community partners and support through memberships to the Friends of the Coastal Branch Library.