Lifetime Members

Friends of the Library Lifetime Membership

Friends of the Library Lifetime Membership Invest once. Support the library for a lifetime.

A Friends of the Library Lifetime Membership is a lasting commitment to the power of libraries in our community.
Lifetime Membership is chosen by some of our most dedicated supporters—those who believe in access to books, literacy, lifelong learning, and strong public libraries.
Lifetime Members help the Friends of the Library raise funds and awareness for the Metropolitan Library System, strengthening programs, services, and literacy initiatives across our community. Their generosity leaves a lasting legacy for the library and the readers, learners, and families we serve each year.

Lifetime Member Experiences & Benefits

In appreciation for their support, Lifetime Members receive:

10 early shopping tickets to each Friends of the Library Book Sale
Quarterly Friends e-newsletter
A special Friends thank-you gift
Invitations to behind-the-scenes library tours and luncheons with fellow supporters

These opportunities offer a closer look at how the Friends support library programs and services throughout our community.

Become a Lifetime Member

Join a group of supporters who believe strong libraries create stronger communities. Your commitment helps ensure the Metropolitan Library System continues providing programs, services, and access to knowledge for generations to come.

Lifetime Membership: $1,000 one-time gift

Questions about Lifetime Membership? Contact the Friends of the Library at friends@metrolibrary.org or 405.606.3763.

Our Lifetime Members

We are proud to recognize the individuals whose commitment helps strengthen the library system and expand opportunities for readers of all ages.

Marion Burcham – Joined 2026

Nancy Cahal – Joined 2026

Erin Cowan – Joined 2026

Carol Fadaiepour – Joined 2026

Joseph Goodwin – Joined 2026

Barbara J. Klein – Joined 2026

Kenny Koch – Joined 2026

Sarah Taylor – Joined 2026

Monica Wittrock – Joined 2026

Jason Kuhl — Joined 2025

Preston Coleman — Joined 2025

Shannon Fudge — Joined 2025

Susan Harroz — Joined 2024

Lydia Nightingale — Joined 2024

William Bernhardt — Joined 2023

Lisa Headlee Zuerker — Joined 2023

Becky Karpe — Joined 2022

Chris Kennedy— Joined 2022

Heather Zeoli — Joined 2022

Rynda G. Hanna — Joined 2021

Albert Lang — Joined 2021

Lisa Lang — Joined 2021

Beth Toland — Joined 2021

Jerry Toland — Joined 2021

Larry White — Joined 2021