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Thank you for your interest in joining the Friends of Lake Oswego Public Library mission to advocate, communicate and fund enriching library programs and services, special events. Programs include Books for Babies, musical performances, guest speakers, the annual Lake Oswego Reads, cultural events, summer events and library challenge, Trivia Night, multi-lingual programs for youth and families, just to name a few. Friends support over 100 a year! (See our 2025 Impact Report for more ways we support the library and our community.) ALL contributing members receive:
All contributions to the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library, a qualified 501(c)(3) organization, qualify as tax-deductible contributions. Federal Tax ID: 51-0175514 DOUBLE YOUR CONTRIBUTION Donors who contribute to Oregon cultural nonprofits, including ours, are eligible to make a matching donation to the Oregon Cultural Trust and receive a 100% tax credit for their Trust donation (up to $500 for an individual, $1000 for a couple filing jointly and $2500 for a Class-C Corporation). Giving to culture is a win-win proposition. DOES YOUR EMPLOYER MATCH GIFTS? You can also maximize your contribution by donating through your employer’s gift matching program. See your employer portal or Benevity to increase your support without extra steps. CONTRIBUTING MEMBERSHIP LEVELS Consider becoming a sustaining supporter with monthly, quarterly or semi-annual donations that fit your budget! CALDECOTT - $25 - $39: Annual single person membership. One ticket to the annual Lake Oswego Reads author lecture. NEWBERY - $40 - $74: Annual two-person membership. Two tickets to the annual Lake Oswego Reads author lecture. BOOKER - $75 - $124: Annual household membership. Two tickets to the annual Lake Oswego Reads author lecture. HUGO - $125 - $249: Annual household membership. Two tickets to the annual Lake Oswego Reads author lecture. EDGAR - $250 - $499: Annual household membership. Two tickets to the annual Lake Oswego Reads author lecture. NEBULA - $500 - $999: Annual household membership. Four tickets to the annual Lake Oswego Reads author lecture. PEN/Bellwether - $1,000 - $1,999: Annual household membership. Four tickets to the annual Lake Oswego Reads author lecture. PEN/Faulkner - $2,000 - $4,999: Annual household membership. Four tickets to the annual Lake Oswego Reads author lecture. PULITZER - $5,000 or more: Annual household membership. Four tickets to the annual Lake Oswego Reads author lecture. One-time and annual contributions do not automatically renew. |