Our Mission

The Franklin County Library Foundation is a 501(c) 3 charitable organization incorporated in 2003 and committed to enhancing the collections, programs, and services of the Franklin County Public Library.

What We’ve Done

We have helped

• • furnish the main library in Rocky Mount
  • promote a branch library for the Westlake area
  • furnish and fill the shelves of the Westlake Library branch
  • build and furnish the teen room in the Rocky Mount Library
  • furnish the children’s room at the Westlake Library
  • support a variety of other library programs. 

Who We Are

Beth Garst, Chair
Jim Morrison, Vice Chair
John Kitterman, Secretary
Ellen Gaberdiel, Treasurer
Ed Merz, Director
Deb Baylor, Director

If you have questions about our foundation or are interested in
serving on our board please email us at
[email protected].