Fundraisers


There are many ways to support Whelden Memorial Library. Whether you make a donation, purchase a fundraiser item, or participate in one of our community events, every contribution helps sustain library programs, collections, and services.


Summer of Giving fundraiser featuring J. Palino Jewelry. Donate to Whelden Memorial Library for a chance to receive one of four handcrafted bracelets. Suggested donation: $25.

Summer of Giving Featuring J. Palino Jewelry

 

This summer, Whelden Memorial Library is partnering with local artist J. Palino Jewelry for a special fundraising campaign that gives supporters the opportunity to help sustain the library while having a chance to receive a beautiful handcrafted piece of jewelry.

 

For every 125 donations received through the Summer of Giving campaign, one donor will be selected to receive an original J. Palino bracelet as a gift of appreciation. Four bracelets will be awarded in total as donation milestones are reached.

 

J. Palino Jewelry is known for distinctive handcrafted designs and does not sell online or ship products, making this a rare opportunity for supporters both near and far to receive one of these sought-after pieces.

 

As an independent nonprofit library, Whelden Memorial Library relies on community support to maintain collections, offer programs and services, preserve local history, and ensure the library remains a vibrant resource for future generations. Every donation, regardless of size, helps advance that mission.

 

Our suggested donation is $25, but supporters are welcome to give at any level. The campaign goal is 500 donors and $12,500 raised to support the library's ongoing operations and community programming.

 

Whether you're contributing because you love libraries, value local history, appreciate the arts, or simply want to support a community institution, your generosity makes a difference.

 

Suggested Donation: $25

 

Campaign Goal: 500 donors / $12,500

 

How to Participate: Make your donation through the Summer of Giving campaign: click here to get to Zeffy

 

Thank you for helping preserve the Whelden Sisters' vision and ensuring that Whelden Memorial Library continues to serve our community for years to come.


Blind Date with a Book Bundles are available for $15 at Whelden Memorial Library. Each bundle includes a surprise book, tea, face mask, book-themed stickers, and a bookmark. All proceeds benefit the library.

Blind Date with a Book Bundles

 

Looking for your next great read? Let us play matchmaker.

 

Our Blind Date with a Book Bundles are a fun and relaxing way to discover a new book while supporting Whelden Memorial Library. Each bundle is carefully wrapped so the title remains a surprise, with only a few clues about the story waiting inside.

 

Every $15 bundle includes:

  • A surprise book
  • A tea packet
  • A face mask
  • Book-themed stickers
  • A bookmark

 

Whether you're treating yourself to a quiet evening at home, searching for a unique gift, or simply willing to take a chance on a new author, each bundle offers a little mystery and a lot of cozy.

 

You might find a small-town romance, an award-winning novel, a thrilling mystery, a cozy fantasy, a book club favorite, or another hidden gem from our collection.

 

All proceeds benefit Whelden Memorial Library, helping support library programs, collections, and services for our community.

 

Price: $15 per bundle

 

Purchase Information: Bundles are available for purchase at the library while supplies last. Cash, check, or card payment through Zeffy accepted.

Grab a book. Brew some tea. Get cozy.


Official America 250 commemorative ornament available for $30. Proceeds support Whelden Memorial Library. Follow the fundraiser link on this page for ordering information.

Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary While Supporting Whelden Memorial Library

 

Whelden Memorial Library is proud to offer the Official White House Historical Association America 250 Commemorative Ornament as a special fundraising opportunity for our community.

 

This limited-edition ornament commemorates the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States and honors the people, events, and ideals that have shaped our nation's history. Beautifully crafted and made in the USA, it serves as a meaningful keepsake for history enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone looking to celebrate this historic milestone.

 

For West Barnstable residents, the anniversary holds special significance. Our village has deep Revolutionary-era roots, and preserving and sharing that history is an important part of Whelden Memorial Library's mission.

 

Ornaments are available for a donation of $30 each. Proceeds help support Whelden Memorial Library's programs, collections, and ongoing efforts to preserve local history and serve our community.

 

Quantities are limited and demand is expected to be high. Whether you're adding to a collection, purchasing a gift, or simply looking for a unique way to support the library, this commemorative ornament is a lasting reminder of America's 250th anniversary and the important role local libraries play in preserving our shared heritage.

 

Order online- click here to be taken to Zeffy


Support Whelden Memorial Library at no extra cost by starting your Amazon shopping through the library's Wowbrary link: wowbary.org/whelden

The Whelden Library Redeemable Shed


Support Whelden Memorial Library by donating redeemable cans and plastic bottles at the library's 24-hour redeemable shed.