It is the goal of the Friends to raise funds through a variety of avenues in support of programming and improvements at the Meriden Public Library in Meriden, Connecticut.

The Friends of the Meriden Public Library is a non-profit, volunteer organization that plays an integral role in much of the programming offered through the Meriden Public Library including informational speakers, family-friendly activities, literacy building events and "Heartbeat of the City," a Friends-produced award-winning monthly television show.