Founded in 1969, the Friends of the Public Library is a nonprofit, 501(c)3 organization that supports the Public Library Albuquerque and Bernalillo County.

Through the sale of donated books, DVDs and CDs, some 55 volunteers and one part-time coordinator raise over $200,000 annually to support:

• Annual citywide Summer Reading Program
• AMP Concert Series at the branch libraries
• Non-partisan advocacy for library bonds
• Speaker Series at Special Collections Library
• Staff development & training
• El Día de los Niños & other community outreach programs
• Adopt-a-Branch stipend for branch libraries
• Other needs, such as the purchase of a Book Van

In addition to the satisfaction of supporting the library and promoting literacy, members receive a 10% discount at the Friends Bookshop in the Main Library.