Our Impact

This portion highlights FOSSL’s contributions to our library and the community.

Fund the Sandy Springs Library’s annual Summer Reading Program.

  • All performers/speakers for adults and children
  • Summer Reading prizes/gifts

Enhance the beauty of the library.

  • Commission and production of the beautiful and whimsical mural in the children’s section  

Fund the Librarian’s annual Wish Lists.

  • Art/maker supplies for crafts and special exhibits
  • Equipment like big blue building blocks for kids to play with
  • New computer equipment and materials not provided by Fulton County
  • Miscellaneous supplies needed by the librarians

Sponsor author talks at the library.

  • Gift signed books for the library’s collection
  • Honorariums for authors

Share with the Fulton County Library Foundation/other libraries.

  • Quarterly financial donations to the Fulton County Library Foundation to use where needed most
  • Regular gifting of excess books to other Friends groups in need of books

Support the SSEF Summer Book Club.

  • Identify and procure two children’s book authors for special author talks (presentation, activities, and book signing) for young students at local elementary schools.
  • Purchase books for all book club participants

Why We Matter

The Sandy Springs Library is more than a place to borrow books—it is a cornerstone of the community. The Friends of the Sandy Springs Library play a vital role in ensuring the library continues to grow, innovate, and serve as a welcoming space where everyone can learn, discover, and connect.


Get Involved

Community members are invited to join the Friends, volunteer, or support the library through donations. Together, we can help sustain and strengthen one of Sandy Springs’ most valuable public resources.

Please see the Support FOSSL page.

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