Donating Materials to the Library
We gladly accept donations of books, DVDs, and puzzles during our regular business hours. Items should be clean, gently used, and in good condition.
- Items may be added to the collection if needed or in better condition than what we have.
- Items we can’t use may go to our book sale.
- Items that can’t be used or sold will be recycled.
- All donations are final and cannot be returned.
Thank you for helping us support library programs and share resources with our community!
Your donations help us expand our collection and support library programs, and we truly appreciate your generosity in helping keep the library a valuable resource for everyone!
Our Friends of the Library currently accept donations, at the line or online through Venmo (Venmo account: @FriendsValentineLibrary).
Friends of the Library
How the Friends Help
The Friends of the Valentine Public Library play a vital role in bringing extra creativity and energy to the library. Their support helps fund programs and projects that fall outside the library’s operating budget, allowing us to expand what we offer and try new, exciting ideas. From large community projects to small, meaningful events, the Friends help make it all possible.
Through both financial support and volunteer time, the Friends have been steadfast champions of the library. Their involvement helps turn great ideas into real experiences for all ages.
The Friends are also behind some of our most fun and memorable programs. From whimsical children’s events like Stuffed Animal Sleepover and Elephant & Piggie Party to popular adult favorites such as our annual Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament and our Beyond the Book speaker series, Friends-supported programs encourage our community to explore, connect, and enjoy the library in new ways.
The Valentine Public Library is always grateful for Friends and supporters who believe in what the library brings to our community. Will you consider becoming a Friend of the Library? We would love to have you join us and be part of the impact.
Becoming a Friend
Becoming a Friend of the Library is an easy way to support the programs, events, and special projects that make the Valentine Public Library such an important part of our community. Friends help us go beyond our regular operating budget and bring new ideas, experiences, and opportunities to life for all ages.
Annual memberships are available at three levels, so you can contribute in a way that feels right for you. Your support helps ensure the library continues to be a vibrant hub for the community.
- Friend: $10–$49 per year
- Good Friend: $50–$100 per year
- Best Friend: $100+ per year
To learn more about joining the Friends of the Library, please call the library at 402-376-3160. We’d love to visit with you and answer any questions.
Karl Busch Library Foundation
Founded in 2001 as the Valentine Public Library Foundation, our organization was renamed the Karl Busch Library Foundation in 2026 to honor the generosity and vision of Karl Busch. The Foundation exists to support the long-term growth and sustainability of the Valentine Public Library. While the Friends of the Library focus on programs and events, the Foundation helps fund major capital improvements and strategic initiatives that ensure the library building and services continue to meet the evolving needs of the community.
As our library building ages and our community’s needs change, the Foundation provides the financial resources to plan for the future—supporting renovations, expansions, technology upgrades, and other projects that go beyond day-to-day operations. Your contributions leave a lasting legacy, helping the library remain a vibrant, forward-looking hub for generations to come.
There are many ways to support the Karl Busch Library Foundation: memorials, cash, securities, property, bequests, or beneficiary designations. Your gift can be designated according to your wishes toward a specific purpose or toward supporting the Foundation’s ongoing work in fueling Valentine Public Library’s impact.
The Library Foundation is happy to work with you and your financial advisors. For more information, contact Carrie Graham, Library Director at 402-376-3160.