Annual Library Food for Fines Program Launching November 16

• 13 November 2026
• Category: Community Well-Being Public Library System SJC News
• Tags: 2026

Community invited to donate food at St. Johns County Public Library System locations

The St. Johns County Public Library System is launching its 2026 Food for Fines program, running Monday, November 16, through Saturday, December 19. The annual initiative allows library patrons to reduce overdue fines while supporting local families through a partnership with St. Johns County Health and Human Services.

Participants can donate unexpired, nonperishable food items to reduce their overdue fines by $2 per item. All donations will benefit the St. Johns County Health and Human Services Food Pantry.

Fees associated with lost or damaged library materials are not eligible for reduction through the program. Community members are also welcome to donate regardless of whether they have outstanding library fines.

“Since we first launched Food for Fines in 2009, the community has gotten behind the program, showing incredible support for their neighbors year after year,” said Debra Rhodes Gibson, St. Johns County Public Library System Director. “Each donation helps local families experiencing food insecurity, and for that, we are thankful to our library patrons who continue to make Food for Fines possible.”

For more information about the program or ways to get involved, visit the St. Johns County Public Library System website.