Frequently Asked Questions

Why Outdoor Spaces?
  • To provide safe, comfortable, and accessible spaces for remote work and virtual school.
  • To help bridge the digital divide through public Wi-Fi and audiovisual features.
  • To establish unique programming opportunities such as story times, musical performances, book clubs, lectures, and more.
  • To create interactive, educational experiences for families.
Where Can I Send My Donation?

You can visit our donations page to give immediately, or you can send gifts to the address below:

Library Board of Trustees
Florence-Lauderdale Public Library
350 N. Wood Avenue
Florence, AL 35630

Checks should be made payable to the Florence-Lauderdale Public Library.

Inquiries or questions may be directed to either Abby Carpenter (256) 764-6564 ext. 127 or Benita Logsdon (256) 764-6564 ext. 110. You can also use our contact form to send us a message.

What Will The Space Contain?
  • Free Wi-Fi with a library card
  • A variety of comfortable and accessible seating areas
  • Audiovisual equipment for programming
  • Beautiful aesthetics
  • A solar-powered picnic charging station
  • Pergolas for shading
  • Interactive musical instruments
  • A chalkboard for engaging learning opportunities
How Will My Money Be Used?

Funds raised through this campaign will directly help with design, architectural, construction, furniture, and maintenance costs for this project.

How Can I Help?

Contribute to our FLPL Outdoors project by honoring someone special in your life or through a memorial for a loved one. There are a variety of naming opportunities listed below. Any donation amount is appreciated.

A donation of $25 or greater will add the donor’s name to a scrolling digital screen and the supporters and donors page of our website.

Who Else Is Involved?

FLPL Outdoors is a community-driven effort, and it’s made possible by many generous donors, investors, and community stakeholders, including (but not limited to) the following:

  • The City of Florence Mayor and Council
  • Community Development Division
  • Housing and Urban Development
  • Community Development Block Grant funds
  • Donors like you.

To see a complete list of those who are making FLPL Outdoors possible, please see our supporters and donors page.

FLPL Outdoors
Opportunities

Simply click the button below to download our informational guide to becoming a part of the FLPL Outdoors campaign.

Progress Updates

Below you will find images of the FLPL Outdoors gardens during construction, as well as the progress we’re making toward reaching our fundraising goals and completing the campaign.

Fundraising to Date: $172,500 / $250,000

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