Support a Community Library for All

The Greensboro Free Library is a shared community resource supported in large part by the people who use it. While we receive some public funding, individual donations make up a significant portion of our operating budget and help sustain the services our community relies on every day. For a small rural library, the impact reaches far, and your support makes that possible.

Make a Donation

Why Donations Matter

Community support allows the library to go beyond the basics. Donations help bridge the gap between public funding and the true cost of operating a vibrant, welcoming library.

They support the everyday services and resources that people count on, including:

  • Strong, up to date book and media collections

  • Creative materials and tools in the Makerspace

  • Free internet access, computers, and printing

  • Programs for children, families, and adults

  • Building care, warmth in the winter, and safe shared space

For a library of our size, this kind of support makes a real and visible difference.

Ways to Give

  • Donate online through our secure giving platform

  • Mail or drop off a check at the library

  • Give in person during open hours

If you have questions or would like help choosing a giving option, staff are happy to assist.

Tax Deductible Giving

The Greensboro Free Library is a registered nonprofit organization. Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.

For many donors, giving to the library offers both a personal tax benefit and the opportunity to support a resource that benefits the entire community. Donors are encouraged to consult a tax advisor regarding individual circumstances.

Other Ways to Support

In addition to donating, there are many ways to support the library’s work:

  • Volunteer your time

  • Explore long term support options

  • Learn more about how the library is funded and stewarded

Thank You

Every gift helps make the library stronger for those who rely on it — students, families, job seekers, readers, and community members of all ages. Your support helps ensure that resources remain available, doors stay open, and the library continues to be a place of connection, learning, and care.

If you’d like to see firsthand how your contribution makes a difference, we invite you to stop by. Join a program, take a look around, or spend some quiet time with a book. The impact of community support is felt every day at the library.