Friends of Greenhill Library
The Friends of Greenhill Library is a registered charity in England (no. 1158656)[1][2], established to advance lifelong education through community-led library services. Operating under the working name FROGL[2], the organisation supports Greenhill Community Library in Sheffield by providing educational activities, public resources, and volunteer-led programming.

Activities and services

The charity focuses on delivering services for school-aged children, preschool groups, and adults, including structured learning programs and recreational initiatives[1]. Regular events include readathons, educational workshops (e.g., "All About Jewellery" sessions), and community cinema screenings[3]. Governance policies cover safeguarding, volunteer management, and financial controls[2].

Governance and operations

Registered as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) on 24 September 2014[2], the charity employs no salaried staff but coordinates 129 volunteers and 12 trustees[2]. Financial disclosures for the 2023–2024 fiscal year report £21,380 in government grants among total income streams[2]. Fundraising mechanisms include a monthly lottery and partnerships with platforms like easyfundraising[3][5].

Community engagement

The library serves as a hub for public benefit, offering books, event spaces, and learning resources. Its programming calendar emphasizes accessibility, with activities ranging from children’s cinema to adult education workshops[3]. Operational updates are disseminated through public bulletins, including scheduling changes and new funding initiatives[3][5].

[1] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5051646 [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5051646/full-print [3] https://greenhill-library.org [4] https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/CE001817 [5] https://greenhill-library.org/support/