What is a Friend?

The Friends of the City of Mesa Library (FCML) is a nonprofit organization whose members work to support one of Mesa's finest resources, our three public libraries, through fundraising and advocacy. As a 501(c)3 organization, donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Your Mesa libraries are open to you and to everyone, free of charge.  The two branch locations are open at least six days a week, and the main library is open seven.  On-line resources are available 24/7.  The library is not only a source of information and inspiration but is also an everyday destination for children, students, teahers, families, seniors, and readers of every kind.

As the city continues to experience financial challenges, your participation in the Friends of the City of Mesa Library is needed more than ever since the library faces budget cuts of $500,000 for Fiscal Year 08/09.  These cuts will impact staffing, library programs, and book and subscription purchases.

2008 Membership Campaign

The City of Mesa Public Library recently presented a "Wish List" to FCML for the 2008 Membership campaign. One of our goals for the current year is to raise monies to fund the top three items on the Library's wish list.

• Fund "Big Cozy Book" furniture for Children's Areas.  This product, scaled to children size, provides appealing tables and seating designed to look like books.  Examples can be seen at the company's website at www.bigcozybooks.com. Your donated item can be marked with your company's name.  Prices vary from $425 to $8,000, with a total project cost of $15,000.
• Fund installation of a Field Loop System in the Saguaro Meeting Room.  This system will help the hearing impared to hear better when attending meetings in this room.  The Field Loop System works for people with a "T" setting on their hearing aids.  Project cost is $1,000.
• Fund slat shelves to display books on end panels.  These shelves have been shown to increase book circulation by allowing the front covers of books to be displayed.  Price: $215 per shelf.

Board of Director Candidates for Friends of the City of Mesa Library

Want to take a more active role?  We are seeking individuals who are willing to contribute their time to serve on the board for a one to three-year term.  Board meetings are held once a month on the second Monday of each month at 5:00 PM in the Board Room at the Main Library.  If you have special interests and/or skills in fundraising, planning and organizing appreciation events, communication, publicity/marketing, advocacy, or a combination of these - we can use your help!  Interested candidates may submit a letter of interest, including your name, address, phone number, and email address, explaining your interests to be considered for appointment to the Board.  Please send your letter to:

Patsy Fimbres, President
Friends of the City of Mesa Library
c/o City of Mesa Library
64 East First Street
Mesa, AZ  85201

For more information call Patsy Fimbres at 480-964-6400.

Click here to become a member today.