Supporting Jefferson County Public Library since 1966

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Jefferson County Library Foundation raises funds, provides direct financial support and advocates for Jefferson County Public Library.

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1966–2026

60 Years Strong

2026 marks our 60th year in partnership with the Jefferson County Public Library and our mission remains the same: to support and enrich the capabilities, resources and services of the Jefferson County Public Library through fundraising and advocacy efforts that benefit our diverse community. It has been a privilege to serve and we look forward to celebrating our partnership throughout 2026. Keep checking back for more information on our anniversary events.

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Gifts are made securely through Colorado Gives. Donations are tax-deductible.

Ways to help

Money, books, time or a membership. Every kind of help supports Jefferson County Public Library.

Donate books, CDs, DVDs & LPs

Got books, CDs, DVDs or vinyl records to donate? We accept donations every Monday and Tuesday from 9AM - 4PM at our Wheat Ridge warehouse.

How to donate books

Happening @ JCLF

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Oct3
Shred-a-Thon
Jefferson County Fairgrounds
It's time to shred! Join us with our partners at Goodwill Industries for our Shred-a-Thon on October 3 at Jefferson County Fairgrounds from 9 am to noon to securely shred and recycle files and electronics (no TVs or large appliances)! Limit 3 boxes of shreddable items per car – suggested donation $10 per box.
Oct22–25
Fall Whale of a Used Book Sale
Jefferson County Fairgrounds
Great books at even better prices! Our Whale of a Used Book Sale is BACK October 22-25 at Jefferson County Fairgrounds! Mark your calendars to shop over 90,000 gently used books, records, collectibles, CDs, DVDs, puzzles AND MORE! Admissions $5 per adult per day (under 18 and SNAP recipients FREE).
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Happening @ the Library

A shopper holding a list and a basket of fresh produce in a grocery store

Community Resources
From finding area veterans services to food assistance and anyone navigating crises — the Library is your resource for connecting with services that can help.
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Servicios en Español
¡Tu biblioteca ofrece muchos servicios en español! Aquí encontrará programas, recursos y recomendaciones de libros y películas, ¡todo en español!
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AARP Tax Help
Appointment reservations open Jan. 5 at 9 a.m.
Get free tax help from AARP IRS-certified volunteers who offer free tax counseling and preparation services to millions of taxpayers with special attention to elderly and low- to moderate-income taxpayers.
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Naming opportunities

Arvada Library Redesign

The beloved Arvada Library has served in the heart of Olde Town Arvada for more than 20 years. And as the community has changed, so have the needs of our Arvada Library patrons and staff. Now, the library will get a much-needed redesign. Your gift will create meaningful impact and power community transformation. Help drive positive changes in literacy, education, workforce and economic development, digital literacy and lifelong learning.

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Contact Jo Schantz Hall for information about naming opportunities.
Email jo@jeffclf.org

Architect's rendering of the redesigned Arvada Library, a brick and glass building on a street corner

Are you a friend of Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL)?

For decades, the Friends have been advocates, volunteers, and supporters of JCPL. Our members believe that our Library is the heart of our community and that each Friend “multiplies the good” work of the Library. We raise more than $100,000 annually in support of JCPL through our Whale of a Used Book Sales, and Whale’s Tale/Baby Whale bookstores.

More than$100,000

raised each year for JCPL by the Friends

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