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About the Friends of the Chanhassen Library

The Friends of the Chanhassen Library (‘FOCL’) is an all-volunteer charitable organization that supports library services to educate, provide resources and to meet the growing information needs of our community.

The purpose of the Friends of the Chanhassen Library is to maintain an association of persons to stimulate public support, understanding and usage of the Chanhassen Library; to encourage and receive gifts, endowments, and bequests for the benefit of the Chanhassen Library; and to support and cooperate with the Carver County Library System in developing library services and facilities for the community of Chanhassen.

FOCL holds an active charitable organization 501(c)3 status with the IRS. As such, all donations are fully tax-deductible.

What Do the Friends Do?
Raise funds for local programming and other library needs
Sponsor special programs for children, teens, adults and seniors
Assist with programs and events

 

Our Mission

To be a gathering place providing access to ideas, experiences, and materials to enrich our lives.

Our Vision

To inspire intellectual curiosity and the joy of discovery, facilitate lifelong learning, and empower effective decision making through professional expertise, material and electronic resources.


Our Core Values

We are committed to quality library services that:

  • Celebrate and reflect diversity in library collections, programs, services and staff.

  • Draw from our county heritage while contributing to future generations.

  • Forge partnerships with other community organizations.

  • Invest in a well-trained staff in the belief that effective employees are essential to meet the informational needs of library users.

  • Invest in technology and equipment to support community needs at various points of access.

  • Offer a variety of warm, welcoming and inviting spaces for community activities.

  • Promote the joy of reading and the development of a literate community.

  • Protect intellectual freedom and provide a collection representing different points of view.