Friends Of The Norfolk Public Library
- Assets
- $523.4k
- Revenue
- $38.4k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Norfolk, VA
- Founding
- 07/1998
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 54-1269002
Organization Overview
Friends Of The Norfolk Public Library is located in Norfolk, VA. The organization was established in 1998. According to its NTEE Classification (A99) the organization is classified as: Arts, Culture & Humanities N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Friends Of The Norfolk Public Library is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Friends Of The Norfolk Public Library generated $38.4k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (7.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $60.3k during the year ending 12/2021. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE PURPOSE OF THE FRIENDS OF THE NORFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY (FNPL) IS TO ORGANIZE, ENCOURAGE AND STRENGTHEN PUBLIC SUPPORT FOR THE NORFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY AND TO ENRICH THE TOTAL RESOURCES AND FACILITIES OF THE LIBRARY. THE FNPL ENCOURAGES THE CITIZENS OF NORFOLK AND ITS SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES TO ENJOY BOOKS AND RELATED MEDIA AND TO USE THE PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM. THIS IS ACCOMPLISHED BY: AWARENESS THROUGH NEWSLETTERS AND SOCIAL MEDIA FUNDRAISING THROUGH BOOK SALES AND EVENTS PROGRAMS SUPPORTING READING FOR ALL AGE LEVELS ADVOCACY FOR NPL AND THE INDIVIDUAL BRANCHES
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE FNPL PROVIDES ONGOING SUPPORT ON AN ANNUAL BASIS FOR THE NORFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY TO ACCOMPLISH ITS MISSION. THE FRIENDS OF THE NORFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY (FNPL) RAISES FUNDS TO SUPPORT NPL PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL EVENTS, PURCHASE BOOKS, MATERIALS AND SUPPORTING EQUIPMENT AND HELP FUND OUT OF POCKET EXPENSES OF THE NPL BRANCH LIBRARIES. ALL FNPL ACTIVITIES ARE PRICED TO BREAK EVEN (IN CASES OF FNPL MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT) OR TO MAKE INCOME TO ALLOW FOR DIRECT DONATION TO THE LIBRARY FOR PROGRAMS, BOOKS AND RELATED MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT. AS A RESULT OF MEMBERSHIP DUES, DONATIONS AND INCOME FROM GRANTS AND BEQUESTS, MORE THAN 54,000 WAS CONTRIBUTED DIRECTLY TO NORFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARIES IN 2021. THESE DONATIONS FINANCIALLY SUPPORTED THE NORFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY'S SUMMER READING PROGRAM FOR YOUTH AND ADULTS, RECOGNITION OF THE LIBRARY STAFF, ADVOCACY TO BRING BACK THE LIBRARIES, AND A CONTRIBUTION TO ESTABLISH A MAKER'S STUDIO AT A NPL BRANCH.
THE FRIENDS OF THE NORFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY (FNPL) PROVIDES SUPPORT FOR THE NORFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARIES TO HELP PROMOTE LITERACY AND LIBRARY USAGE. THE FRIENDS OF THE NORFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY ARE ENTIRELY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE CONDUCT OF THE ANNUAL BOOK REVIEW CONTEST. IN 2021, EVEN WITH THE HALLENGES PRESENTED BY THE PANDEMIC, MORE THAN 700 STUDENTS FROM NORFOLK PUBLIC, PRIVATE AND HOMESCHOOLERS SUBMITTED BOOK REVIEWS FOR JUDGING. THE FNPL DONATES FUNDS FOR ACTIVITIES PLANNED AND CONDUCTED BY THE NORFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARIES STAFF IN A SUMMER READING PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS. IN 2021 ALMOST 3,000 PARTICIPANTS REGISTERED TO PARTICIPATE ONLINE (LIBRARY ACCESS WAS LIMITED DUE TO THE PANDEMIC) AND OVER 1,000 FREE BOOKS WERE DISTRIBUTED TO PARTICIPANTS.
THE FRIENDS OF THE NORFOLK PUBLIC LIBRARY (FNPL) TO FURTHER PROMOTE LITERACY INITIATED THE LITTLE FREE LIBRARY THROUGHOUT THE CITY OF NORFOLK. IN 2021 FNPL SUPPORTED MORE THAN 90 LITTLE FREE LIBRARIES IN THEIR STEWARDS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Artemis Stoll Membership V | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Jean Swartz President | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $0 |
Bobbie Fisher Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Terry Parker Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $0 |
Carol A King Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $0 |
Brian Friedman Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $8,840 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $14,085 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $22,925 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $8,287 |
| Investment income | $7,237 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $38,449 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $400 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $642 |
| Information technology | $855 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $134 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $192 |
| Total functional expenses | $60,296 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $83,223 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $3,000 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $437,211 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $523,434 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $523,434 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $523,434 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Friends Of The Norfolk Public Library has recieved totaling $1,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Curtis Family Foundation Virginia Beach, VA PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED GIFT | $1,000 |
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|---|---|---|
National Business Officers Association Inc Washington, DC | $10,181,383 | $5,458,138 |
The Museum Of Language Arts Incorporated Washington, DC | $22,277,823 | $2,812,502 |
American Council Of Trustees And Alumni Washington, DC | $7,091,133 | $4,080,282 |
National Academy Of Education Washington, DC | $13,224,387 | $700,923 |
Mission West Virginia Hurricane, WV | $896,692 | $3,486,347 |
The Memorial Foundation Washington, DC | $1,841,102 | $3,723,853 |
Downtown Columbia Arts And Culture Commission Inc Columbia, MD | $56,227,844 | $6,192,561 |
Chorus America Association Washington, DC | $2,563,365 | $1,205,440 |
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American Association Of People With Disabilities Washington, DC | $6,573,327 | $4,673,806 |
Due Process Of Law Foundation Washington, DC | $1,656,408 | $2,339,896 |
Faith And Politics Institute Washington, DC | $2,906,616 | $1,815,634 |