How you can support your library
Thank you for your support! As an independent non-profit, the library is able to keep its doors open due to the support of many in the community, including the City of Brownwood, Brown County and City of Early. We would not be able to do all the we are doing without your help! Here are a few ways you can support your library:
Use the Library
Visit, check out books, use the computers. The more you visit and use our resources, the more we can show our community leaders and donors how important the library is to the community.
Talk it up
Tell your friends about the resources available at the library. Invite them to library programs. It's amazing the people who come to the library the first time and marvel how they wish they'd known about the library years ago! If they don't know we're here and what we offer, they won't use it and we won't grow.
Be a part of the Kentucky Derby fundraiser
Sponsor the annual event or buy a table! Find out more at www.libraryderby.com. Donations are accepted year round for the live and silent auctions at the Kentucky Derby fundraiser.
Talk to your representatives
Tell your representatives. If the library is providing a valuable service to you, let your community leaders know. Local mayors, city managers, judges, chamber representatives and more want to know that the community's funds are appreciated.
Donate a memorial
Donate a memorial. We can purchase new books in memory of a loved one. Memorials can be small ($20 for one book) or large. We will place a bookplate in the book in honor of your loved one.
Purchase used books
Purchase used books. We no longer have the storage space for a large annual book sale. However, we have a collection of books for sale at both the main library and the genealogy library. Some are by donation, other cost $1 or less. Not only will this support the library, it will allow us to get more books for sale out on the shelves.
Join Friends of the Library
Join the Friends of the Library. Our Friends of the Library group is relaunching and eager for charter members. The Friends of the Library is a support group that raises money and volunteers in support of the library.
Lead a Program
Lead a program. The library is seeking to expand its programs for both kids and adults. If you have an interest or hobby you would like to share, do it with the Brownwood Library! Someone who enjoys knitting might lead a weekly or monthly knitting group. Perhaps someone else might do a regular conversational English class for English-language learners. Maybe you'd like to teach a class on couponing, cake decorating, antique tractors or homeschooling for beginners. If you have an interest, come talk to us at the library!
Volunteer
Volunteer. The library is still developing a volunteer program. Often it depends on your interests and skills. Some of the ways we can use volunteers include: Putting up books and straightening shelves; Inputting information into the computer so patrons can better research local history; Creating flannel boards for storytime; Listing and shipping items for sale online; Creating book lists. If there is an area that interests you, let us know and we'll see how we can use it in the library! Or...
Volunteer at the Genealogy Library
Volunteer at the Genealogy Library. The Genealogy Library is heavily supported by the Pecan Valley Genealogical Society. Patrons who come to the library to research their family or local history have a vast well of knowledge and support in these great folks. If this is an area that interests you, they would love to talk to you about volunteering!
Donate books & DVDs
Due to limited space and staff, the Library has had to limit donations. Donations of gently used books and DVDs are accepted the month before our book sale (usually in September). A limited number of books in good condition may be accepted the rest of the year, with the following limitations:
Business donations
We also accept business donations. We love to see local businesses and non-profits grow and flourish! While we cannot directly advertise for businesses, we are happy to let the community know when a business supports the library. We've had dozens of businesses support our kids for the Summer Reading Club. Whether they donate money or restaurant coupons for the kids or something else, it makes the reading program special! Other businesses have helped the library in special projects, such as painting or repair work. Please contact the library if you are interested in sponsoring a program or project.
Visit, check out books, use the computers. The more you visit and use our resources, the more we can show our community leaders and donors how important the library is to the community.
Talk it up
Tell your friends about the resources available at the library. Invite them to library programs. It's amazing the people who come to the library the first time and marvel how they wish they'd known about the library years ago! If they don't know we're here and what we offer, they won't use it and we won't grow.
Be a part of the Kentucky Derby fundraiser
Sponsor the annual event or buy a table! Find out more at www.libraryderby.com. Donations are accepted year round for the live and silent auctions at the Kentucky Derby fundraiser.
Talk to your representatives
Tell your representatives. If the library is providing a valuable service to you, let your community leaders know. Local mayors, city managers, judges, chamber representatives and more want to know that the community's funds are appreciated.
Donate a memorial
Donate a memorial. We can purchase new books in memory of a loved one. Memorials can be small ($20 for one book) or large. We will place a bookplate in the book in honor of your loved one.
Purchase used books
Purchase used books. We no longer have the storage space for a large annual book sale. However, we have a collection of books for sale at both the main library and the genealogy library. Some are by donation, other cost $1 or less. Not only will this support the library, it will allow us to get more books for sale out on the shelves.
Join Friends of the Library
Join the Friends of the Library. Our Friends of the Library group is relaunching and eager for charter members. The Friends of the Library is a support group that raises money and volunteers in support of the library.
Lead a Program
Lead a program. The library is seeking to expand its programs for both kids and adults. If you have an interest or hobby you would like to share, do it with the Brownwood Library! Someone who enjoys knitting might lead a weekly or monthly knitting group. Perhaps someone else might do a regular conversational English class for English-language learners. Maybe you'd like to teach a class on couponing, cake decorating, antique tractors or homeschooling for beginners. If you have an interest, come talk to us at the library!
Volunteer
Volunteer. The library is still developing a volunteer program. Often it depends on your interests and skills. Some of the ways we can use volunteers include: Putting up books and straightening shelves; Inputting information into the computer so patrons can better research local history; Creating flannel boards for storytime; Listing and shipping items for sale online; Creating book lists. If there is an area that interests you, let us know and we'll see how we can use it in the library! Or...
Volunteer at the Genealogy Library
Volunteer at the Genealogy Library. The Genealogy Library is heavily supported by the Pecan Valley Genealogical Society. Patrons who come to the library to research their family or local history have a vast well of knowledge and support in these great folks. If this is an area that interests you, they would love to talk to you about volunteering!
Donate books & DVDs
Due to limited space and staff, the Library has had to limit donations. Donations of gently used books and DVDs are accepted the month before our book sale (usually in September). A limited number of books in good condition may be accepted the rest of the year, with the following limitations:
- Books must be in very good condition
- No more than 20 books/items will be accepted
- Books must be handed to and approved by library staff
- Books dumped elsewhere will be discarded
Business donations
We also accept business donations. We love to see local businesses and non-profits grow and flourish! While we cannot directly advertise for businesses, we are happy to let the community know when a business supports the library. We've had dozens of businesses support our kids for the Summer Reading Club. Whether they donate money or restaurant coupons for the kids or something else, it makes the reading program special! Other businesses have helped the library in special projects, such as painting or repair work. Please contact the library if you are interested in sponsoring a program or project.
How to Donate:
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Donate Online
Donations of any size will make an impact!
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Donate by Mail
Please send checks made payable to Brownwood Library to:
Brownwood Library 600 Carnegie St Brownwood, TX 76801 |
Donate to the Endowment
Donations to the endowment ensure a future for the Library. The principal cannot be touched. The library and the community will benefit for many years for the interest.
The library's endowment fund is managed by the Community Foundation of Abilene |
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Donate via Venmo
Scan the QR code to donate!
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Leave a Legacy
The library is working to develop its planning giving programs, including Wills and Trusts, Gifts by Beneficiary Designation, and IRA donations. Please call the library if you are interested in a planned gift.
(325) 646-580 |
Donate Stock
 Interested in donating stock? Talk to your financial advisor or you can use the link.
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Donate via Donor Advised Funds
Donate via Donor Advised Funds. You can donate through your fund or the widget below gives you a helpful link. Please note that legally, we are unable to give any tangible goods in exchange for a DAF donation. |
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As a 501(c)3, your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law. EIN 75-1050644.
