Volunteer
Portage la Prairie Public Library offers several opportunities to volunteer. Volunteer needs fluctuate and placements may not be immediately available. Depending on our workload, an applicant may be contacted and interviewed to match the interests of the potential volunteer with the work that needs to be accomplished. For more information on each role and openings, please see the volunteering page.
Give a tax deductible donation
There are many ways your donation can be used: improve a collection of books; program development; to purchase art; or in any way the donor would like. You can arrange to make a donation by cash or cheque, or you can Donate via PayPal. If you would like a tax receipt, please contact us at library@portagelibrary.com.
Donate books
Note: Please call ahead to arrange a drop off time for donations of more than 5 boxes
You can also donate used books (not older than 5yrs), which we will either add to our shelves, donate to another library, or sell in our donation book shelf. for more details, review our donation policy.
If you would like to see a particular book in the library, or even a magazine subscription, why not donate? Book will have a name plate affixed to the inside, and magazines can have a message of your choice (pending approval) to the cover of each issue, presenting a fantastic advertising opportunity!
For more information please see donations page, click here.
Adopt a Book
The Adopt-a-Book Program encourages literacy, supports education, and provides quality reading materials to children, teens and adults. It is truly a gift that keeps on giving. With a gift of $20, you can contribute towards the purchase of one of these titles for the library and get first dibs.
To adopt one of these titles in the Facebook Gallery, message us, or email library@portagelibrary.com. If none of these titles are to your liking, we welcome suggestions! The suggestion forms are available at the library and on this page.