The mission of the Friends of the Slayton Public Library is to promote excellence in library services by working with the library board and staff to support the library, its services and its programs. To carry out this mission, the Friends' focus will be on advocacy, fundraising, public relations and voluntary services
Established in 2001, the Friends of the Slayton Public Library has raised over
$15,000 for the library to date. Members volunteer their time and talents to raise funds for various items and activities, including the annual Summer Reading Programs, computer classes for the public, author visits,book and furniture for the library and contributions toward a remodeling project and mural. Annual membership dues are $5 for students, $10 for individuals, $15 for families and $25 for businesses/organizations.