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Mission Statement
We not only provide free and open access to a variety of cultural and informational resources, but also help to address social and economic needs and challenges in collaboration with community partners.
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Background The library is the community hub of West Warwick, providing a welcoming space for library patrons, as well as for a whole host of local and statewide non profit organizations and agencies with whom we collaborate.
brag lines WWPL is a three-time finalist for the National Medal for Museum and Library Service, and a former RI Library of the Year. The library is renowned for its community outreach, innovative programming and friendly staff.
Pay it Forward In this challenging period for public libraries, your support enables us to offer more new books and movies, free Wi-Fi and computer access, and a wide range of services, resources and programs for all ages.
Wish List Advocate for public libraries.
Get a library card.
Donate to our Community Needs Pantry!
Attend our all-abilities exercise class.
Create something in our Innovation Lab.
Join a D & D game. Apply for a passport.
Upcoming Events
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West Warwick Public Library Association
1043 Main St. West Warwick, RI 02893 401-828-3750 wwpl. org info @ wwpl. org
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide basic needs, resources and hope to our community. Our vision is a community without hunger and poverty, where everyone can reach their full potential and improve their quality of life.
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Background For fifty years, the Jonnycake Center has consistently met the basic needs of our neighbors. We distribute healthy food, provide safe housing and enrich the lives of thousands of South County residents.
brag lines More than 2,000 neighbors rely on us for food, housing and empowering youth programs. Our new housing units provide twenty-six children with an affordable, comfortable home. Our new holistic youth center launched this summer.
Pay it Forward Food donations and financial gifts are vital to ensuring everyone’ s most basic needs are met. You can drop off food any time on our front porch or donate at jonnycakecenter. org / donate. Every dollar helps a neighbor.
Wish List
Donate an annual or monthly financial gift.
Host a food drive to ensure our neighbors have nutritious food.
Volunteer your time and talents at our youth center, free tax clinic or food pantry.
Stay informed of community needs through our social media and newsletter.
Upcoming Events Nourish the New Year
The“ Nourish the New Year” food drive will take place in January to help us restock the shelves after the holidays. Donations can be made during the month of January at our Kersey Road location.
Jonnycake Center for Hope
22 Kersey Rd., Peace Dale, RI 02879 401-789-1559 jonnycakecenter. org info @ jonnycakecenter. org
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