irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0PATTERSON LIBRARY PROVIDES FREE PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS TO ENCOURAGE LIFE LONG LEARNING, PROMOTE CULTURAL AND ARTISTIC ENRICHMENT, DEVELOP PRACTICAL SKILLS AND TO HELP INDIVIDUALS REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. WE ALSO CONTINUE TO OFFER COMPUTER CLASSES FOR SENIORS AND ONE-ON-ONE HELP FOR ANY USER WHO NEEDS A LITTLE EXTRA TECHNOLOGY HELP.
- #2 $0THE LIBRARY PROVIDES CRITICAL YOUTH SERVICES TO ENCOURAGE LITERACY, LIFE SKILLS, COMPUTER EXPERIENCE AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF A SELF-MOTIVATED LOVE OF LEARNING IN CHILDREN FROM INFANTS TO TEENAGERS. PATTERSON LIBRARY GIVES SCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN A SAFE, POSITIVE AND EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS AND AFTER SCHOOL HOURS. OUR SUMMER READING PROGRAMS KEEP THE CHILDREN OF WESTFIELD AND SURROUNDING AREAS EXCITED ABOUT READING AND LEARNING THROUGH WEEKLY SPECIAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITY SESSIONS THAT HELP RETURN THEM TO SCHOOL PREPARED FOR THE YEAR AHEAD. AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES PROVIDED AT THE LIBRARY INCLUDE STORY TIMES, STEAM LESSONS, CRAFTS, GAME DAYS AND FAMILY MOVIES. SUMMER PROGRAMS INCLUDE STORY TIMES, BOOK DISCUSSIONS, SPECIAL GUESTS, WRITING WORKSHOPS, AND ART WORKSHOPS.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Adult Technology Training
Provides computer classes for seniors and one-on-one assistance to help adult users build digital literacy skills.
Community Cultural Programs
Hosts free programs for adults focused on lifelong learning, artistic enrichment, and practical skill development.
Summer Reading Program
Engages children and teenagers with weekly events, book discussions, writing workshops, and art activities to encourage reading and learning during summer months.
Youth STEAM Activities
Offers after-school programs including story times, science lessons, crafts, game days, and family movies to support youth development and education.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 2 activities
- Produce and maintain digital library resourcesProvides online access to a digitized catalog for searching and renewing library items, maintains a podcast series on reading themes, and supports virtual programming via YouTube and Facebook.
- Provide access to physical and digital library materialsOffers free and equal access to books, periodicals, reference materials, CDs, DVDs, subscription databases, 15 public computers, and wireless internet for patrons.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Deliver youth and children's library servicesProvides youth services promoting literacy, life skills, and computer experience through summer reading programs, after-school activities, virtual storytimes, craft kits, homework help, and STEAM workshops for children and teens.
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Host community events and social programsOrganizes monthly crafting groups, book discussion clubs, teen social events, and coffeehouse-style programs for tweens, as well as virtual and in-person events such as movie nights and social hangouts.
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Community Stewardship Volunteer Programs 1 activity
- Maintain gardens and outdoor spacesManages the Pergola Garden with support from the volunteer group Helping Hands.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Operate art galleries and curate art exhibitionsManages the Octagon Art Gallery and a 24/7 virtual gallery, installs 12 annual exhibitions featuring local artists, and hosts virtual and in-person art shows, including pandemic-inspired and themed exhibitions.
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Used Book and Media Sales for Fundraising 1 activity
- Organize fundraising eventsHosts annual benefit events including a chicken barbecue and live auction, with proceeds supporting library collections, programs, technology, and community services.
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Local History Preservation and Education 1 activity
- Preserve and display special collectionsMaintains archival rooms for rare and valuable collections, displays historical artifacts such as paintings, statues, birds, and shells, and preserves materials with volunteer support.
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Notary and Document Services 1 activity
- Provide passport application servicesProcesses new passport applications by appointment and accepts walk-ins when available, charging a $35 execution fee payable to the library.
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Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 1 activity
- Support lifelong learning and adult enrichment programsProvides free programs for adults including computer classes for seniors, one-on-one technology assistance, art classes, movie showings, book discussions, author and travel talks, music concerts, and speaker events.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$806K
Contributions & grants$725K90%
Program service revenue$4K1%
Investment income$3K0%
Other revenue$74K
expenses
Total expenses$487K
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$285K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$6.62M
Cash$128K
Investments$5.49M
Liabilities$0
Net assets$6.62M
Liquid reserves138.4 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +128.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megan Hegna | Director | 40 | $56K |
board members · 15
- Barbara Kittle — Secretary
- Carl VandeVelde — Director
- Carolyn Thomas — Director
- Chris Riedesel — Director
- George Pete Holt — Director
- Jennifer Johnson — President
- Joan Caruso — Vice President
- Joseph Spann — Director
- Kathryn Richmond — Secretary
- Laura Schofield — Director
- Linda Dunn — Director
- Mara Rubin — Director
- Steven Rudnicki — Director
- Susan Scriven — Director
- Tim Roets — Treasurer
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- ABCmouse.com Partner — Provides access to ABCmouse.com as a kid-friendly educational resource.
- Chautauqua County Arts Council Partner — Partner organization featured in exhibitions at the Octagon Art Gallery.
- Chiavetta's Partner — Provides chicken barbecue for the annual benefit event.
- Erie Museum Partner — Partnered to exhibit artwork in the Erie Museum Spring Show.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook as a platform for community engagement and outreach.
- Hands Partner — Volunteer men's group that contributed labor to develop archival rooms for rare collections.
- Jack Rosen Partner — Young Adult Specialist at Patterson Library and editor of the One Book, Two Book, Read Book, New Book podcast.
- Nancy Nixon Ensign Partner — Adult programs specialist at Patterson Library.
- Nancy Nixon Ensign Partner — Contact person for Best Sellers and Mystery Book Club groups.
- Neal Rosen Partner — Editor and contributor to the podcast; father of Jack Rosen and involved in technical aspects of production.
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Government-affiliated arts funding and support organization linked through partnership or grant support.
- Octagon Gallery Network — Hosts virtual art exhibitions through the Octagon Gallery.
- Octagon Gallery Partner — Collaborated with the Octagon Gallery on the exhibition of Catherine Panebianco's work.
- Overdrive Partner — Partners with Overdrive to offer digital library content for children.
- Scholastic Inc. Partner — Provides access to Grolier Online, an encyclopedia database resource, through a publishing partnership.
- Tri County Arts Council Partner — Administers the Decentralization regrant program that supports art programming at Patterson Library.
- U.S. Department of State Government — Administers passport program for which Patterson Library serves as an acceptance facility.
- Westfield Central School Partner — Collaborates to provide access to school databases for students participating in homework help programs.
- Westfield Garden Club Partner — Partners with the Westfield Garden Club to maintain the Pergola Garden.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Experiential Literacy Engagementmethodology: experiential-literacy-engagementBy designing guided, hands-on activities that promote exploration and personal reflection, the library fosters deeper engagement with literacy and research skills because experiential learning supports cognitive development and long-term interest in learning.
- Hybrid and Virtual Access Modelmethodology: hybrid-service-deliveryBy delivering programs and services through hybrid and virtual formats, the library maintains equitable access during disruptions and removes physical and logistical barriers, because flexible modalities increase inclusion and participation across diverse audiences.
- Unrestricted Access to Informationmethodology: unrestricted_access_to_informationBy providing open and unrestricted access to information and materials aligned with community wants and needs, the library advances overall community quality of life because access to relevant resources empowers learning, engagement, and personal growth.