Be a friend of Palo Alto’s outstanding libraries – join Friends of the Palo Alto Library (FOPAL) today!
Get discounts, early access to special sales, our member newsletter, and more, while helping support Palo Alto’s library system!
Membership Levels
Join FOPAL at one of the following membership levels:
| MEMBERSHIP LEVEL | 1 YEAR | 2 YEARS |
| Student | $10 | $18 |
| Senior (65 years +) | $12 | $22 |
| Individual | $20 | $35 |
| Family | $30 | $50 |
| Sponsor | $100 | $175 |
| Life Member | $500 |
| Corporate Sponsor | $1000 |
Membership Benefits
ALL MEMBERSHIPS include the following benefits:
- Membership card good for discounts at Books Inc.
- The Foreword, FOPAL’s member newsletter
- Early admission to the BI-ANNUAL MEMBERS’ EARLY SALE
(Life Members and Sponsors enter at 9am, other members enter at 10am) - Eligibility to join the Stanford Federal Credit Union
The most important benefit of all is, of course, the infinite pride in knowing that you are helping to support Palo Alto’s outstanding library system.
PLUS ADDITIONAL BENEFITS based on Membership Level:
Student, Senior, or Individual
- Two $2 coupons valid at FOPAL monthly sales and library branch stores
Family
- Four $2 coupons valid at FOPAL monthly sales and library branch stores
Sponsor
- Four $2 coupons valid at FOPAL monthly sales and library branch stores
Life-member
- Four $5 coupons valid at FOPAL monthly sales and library branch stores
Corporate Sponsor
- Your LOGO on the FOPAL homepage, with a link to your business website
Give the Gift of Membership!
Honor a friend or relative with a gift membership to FOPAL.
All membership dues are tax-deductible.
FOPAL is a 501(c)3 non-profit public benefit corporation.
Our Federal Tax ID is 94-6138777
Members’ Early Sale
FOPAL members get first pick at our Members’ Early Sale, held twice a year. Members’ Early Sale dates for 2024 are June 8 and December 14.
Member Support FAQ
How do I renew my membership?
You can renew your membership online or by mail.
How do I change my address?
On the contact form, select “Membership” from the pull-down menu, and let us know your new contact details in the Message.
When are the monthly book sales?
Our monthly book sales are typically the second full weekend of the month.
Where are the library branch stores?
Besides our monthly sales at Cubberley, we also sell books at the following library locations (during open hours):
- Mitchell Park (in-library store)
- Downtown (gondola)
- Rinconada (gondola)