Become a Friend
Join the Friends of the Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Public Library​
When you become a Friend, you become part of a community that believes in the power of libraries to connect, educate, inspire, and preserve our shared history.
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Your annual membership helps the Friends of the Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Public Library support library programs, special events, community initiatives, the Friends Bookstore, the African American Cultural Resource Center, and other efforts that enrich the library and the community it serves.
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Membership starts at just $10 a year. Choose the level that’s right for you and become a Friend today!
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Friends Membership Benefits
Being a Friend is about more than supporting the library. It's also a great way to stay connected and get involved.
As a member, you'll receive:
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Membership
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Upcoming events/programs
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Newsletter
Attend an event. Find your next favorite book. Volunteer with neighbors. Help preserve our community's history.​
Your Membership Makes a Difference
Every membership helps the Friends continue its mission of supporting the Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Public Library and expanding opportunities for learning, connection, culture, and community.
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Whether you join as an Individual, Family, Patron, Business Patron, or at another membership level, you are helping strengthen an important community resource.
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We'd love to welcome you as a Friend!
Annual Membership Levels
There are many ways to show your support. Select the annual membership level that works best for you.
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Individual — $10
A great way for one person to support the Friends and stay connected.
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Family — $20
Make supporting the library a family affair.
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Contributor — $50
Provide additional support for the programs and activities of the Friends.
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Patron — $100
Make a greater investment in the Friends and our work in the community.
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Business Patron — $150
An opportunity for local businesses and organizations to show their support for the library and community.
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Benefactor — $250
Help strengthen the Friends' ability to support programs, resources, and special initiatives.
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Giving Tree — $300
Make a lasting contribution at our highest annual membership level.
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Ready to Become a Friend?
Choose your membership level and complete our online membership form.