The Friends of Rockford Public Library is a non-profit organization open to all members of the community. The Friends provide financial support, coordinate public book sales, operate the Friends Bookstore and advocate for your library. They help the library achieve its mission to serve our diverse Rockford community.

Some members support the Friends simply by paying their annual dues, while others become more involved by donating their time. However they choose to participate, they’re a valuable part of our Friends team.

Our Friends benefit, too! Membership includes:

• A free subscription to the Friends’ quarterly newsletter
• Advance notice of special book sales
• Invitations to members-only book sales
• The cance to become a Library volunteer

In 2006, the Friends of Rockford Public Library celebrated their 30th Anniversary and RPL is lucky to have such a dedicated Friends group. As RPL grows and improves, so does our need for Friends!

Friends of Rockford Public Library are accepting applications for the

2011 Friends of Rockford Public Library Scholarship!

This $2,000 scholarship is for any student:

• Currently enrolled in or accepted to a Master's Degree in Library and Information Science program AND
• Living or employed at a library in Winnebado, Boone or Ogle Counties in Illinois.

Applications are due by Friday, November 4th, 2011. Download the application here.