2026-04-19T21:52:56-07:00 2025-12-31 990EZ 2025-01-01 570918036 FRIENDS OF THE GEORGETOWN LIBRARY INC FRIE 8438335909 405 Cleland St Georgetown SC 29440 George Geer Treasurer 8438335909 2026-04-19 2025 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X X https://www.myfogl.org/ X X 67297 X 42022 0 0 56 0 0 0 0 25219 2143 23076 0 0 0 0 65154 0 0 0 6175 0 0 56740 62915 2239 75283 0 77522 75283 77522 0 0 0 0 75283 77522 0 0 75283 77522 The purpose of this organization shall be (in cooperation within the Georgetown County Library Board of Trustees) to maintain an association of persons interested in libraries; to stimulate increased awareness and resulting use of the Georgetown Library; to stimulate increased financial support, both public and private; to support and cooperate with the Library in developing library services and facilities in the community; when asked, to help direct efforts of groups and individuals interested in the Library; to sponsor and stimulate volunteer service for the Library; and to sponsor cultural and related programs for the community. Supported improvements to the Georgetown Library, including installation of security lighting, landscaping of library grounds, and purchase of a children's area statue ("Whispers of Our Ancestors"), enhancing safety, accessibility, and the visitor experience. 0 47254 Funded educational and enrichment programs for children and adults, including guest presenters and workshops that promote literacy, learning, and community engagement. 0 13622 Supported outreach initiatives including Little Free Library signage and efforts to expand access to books and library services in the community. 0 107 Provided speakers for weekly "Tuesdays With" series concerning local history and other topics of interest. The expense comes from hospitality costs. 0 142 61125 Bob Willey President 15 0 0 0 Linda Bradley Vice President 5 0 0 0 George Geer Treasurer 3 0 0 0 Lillie Jean Johnson Community Member 1 0 0 0 Nathalie Humphreys Secretary 2 0 0 0 Joy Birnbaum Community Member 1 0 0 0 X 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 SC George Geer 405 Cleland St Georgetown SC 29440 8438335909 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NONE NONE 1 X 42022 42022 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 42022 42022 23654 18368 56 56 0 0 25219 25219 67297 0.27294 0 X The organization receives support from a broad base of donors and the general public through contributions, membership dues, and recurring fundraising activities, including book sales, community events, and other outreach efforts. Although a significant contribution was received during the year, the organization continues to maintain ongoing public support through multiple sources and consistent community participation. The organization's activities are directed toward supporting the Georgetown County Public Library through programs, resources, and facility improvements that benefit the general public. Schedule A, Part II, Line 10 Gross receipts from fundraising activities, including book sales, yard sales, coffee sales, and community events, conducted to support the organization's exempt purpose. Yuletide Home Tour 17734 0 17734 0 0 0 2143 0 0 0 0 17734 0 17734 0 0 0 2143 0 0 2143 15591 Schedule G, Part II, Line 1 Ticket sales for a one day tour of homes on display decorated for Christmas Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16 Other Expenses Breakdown: * Membership dues (Chamber): $160 * Insurance: $1,631 * Program support - landscaping: $1,804 * Program support - security lighting: $450 * Program support - children's statue (Whispers): $45,000 * Program expenses - children: $5,104 * Program expenses - adult: $2,343 * Program support - Little Free Library signage: $107 * Program expense - speaker hospitality: $142 Form 990-EZ, Part V, Line 33 The organization previously filed Form 990-N due to lower levels of activity. During the current year, the organization expanded its fundraising, programming, and support for the Georgetown County Library, resulting in increased revenues and expenditures, including capital improvements and enhanced community programming.