Our Mission
What We Stand For
Friends of the Ankeny Library is an independent, philanthropic organization dedicated to enhancing the library through fundraising and advocacy efforts. Proceeds from our book sale, fundraisers and donations will be used to support library programs, events, and special projects.
A Non-Profit Organization
We Help to Provide Resources Used By Our Community To Grow & Excel
As a 501(c)(3) corporation, charitable donations are considered tax deductible by the Internal Revenue Service. Funds raised are not used to replace or supplant public funding.
Donations can be made payable to Friends of the Ankeny Library at 1250 SW District Drive, Ankeny, Iowa 50023 or donate via our Paypal Account.
Support and funding
What We Do
- Novel Findings Used Bookstore
- Donations
- Special Events
The Friends Help to Fund:
- Children’s Summer Reading Program and Special Events
- Teen Programming
- Adult Programming; including author visits, educational programs and more
- Hatch Makerspace
Want To Be Friends?:
Would you like to help with our book sale, fundraising, or events?
The Board
Meet our Board of Directors
Natalie Brincks
Vice President
“I’m excited to work with the newly formed “Friends of the Ankeny Library” to (further) define and carry out our mission, and to help the Ankeny Public Library become an even greater cornerstone of the Ankeny community.”
Nicole Mueller
Marketing Chair
“Not only do libraries connect people to information, they connect people to people. I’m enthusiastic about keeping our community informed of all the ways our “Friends” are working to help support our wonderful library
Cami Brazelton
Membership Chair
“I’m most excited about making it possible for the Library to continue to be the place for free education, technology and entertainment in Ankeny!”
Sam Mitchell
Library Director
Amy Yeager
Fundraising Chair
“The library is an amazing resource for all people in the Ankeny community.”
Gina Rooney
Finance Chair
“Create a fund that will continue to grow versus just raising enough money to cover expenses from one year to the next; share the joy of reading; draw new people to the library.”
Danielle Burmeister
“Libraries are one of the most powerful forces for equity in our communities. Libraries help people without internet apply for jobs, complete degrees and learn new things. They offer free literacy programs, ESL classes and children’s programming. On hot days, they offer free cooling stations for families who can’t afford air conditioning. And they’re just a generally fun and welcoming place to spend time. I’m proud to be part of an organization that helps maintain access to these important resources!”
Come On In
1250 SW District Drive Ankeny, IA 50023
Follow Us
Get In Touch
515.965.6461
friends@ankenylibraryfriends.org
About The Friends
Friends of the Ankeny Library serve as community advocates for library services, programs, facilities, and needs and is dedicated to enhancing the library through fundraising and advocacy efforts.