named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Craft Beverage Memory Project
Oral history initiative documenting the craft beverage industry between Cayuga and Seneca Lakes, funded by IMLS
Hygiene Pantry
Free hygiene product distribution for all ages and genders, supported by public donations and Centralus Health
Movement Connection
Recreational equipment lending program for sports and outdoor activities, available for home use or on library grounds
Neurodiversity Kits
Adaptive play kits with books and activities to support motor skills, communication, and emotional learning, available for borrowing
Seed Library
Free flower seed lending program allowing patrons to borrow up to three packets and return harvested seeds in the fall
Telehealth Kits
Loanable kits enabling virtual connections with healthcare providers or family, available to library card holders
Words & Wine
Annual fundraising event featuring local author talks, wine tasting, and cultural programming at Knapp Winery
activities · 14 groups
What they do
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Craft Beverage Tourism Trails 1 activity
- Conducts an oral history project on craft beverage industriesInitiates and maintains an oral history project documenting the craft beverage industries between Cayuga and Seneca Lakes.
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Mobile and Fixed Hygiene Services 1 activity
- Distributes free hygiene productsProvides free hygiene products to individuals of all genders and ages through public donations and in collaboration with Centralus Health.
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Children's Book Distribution Programs 1 activity
- Distributes subject-specific book bundlesProvides pre-made or customized book bundles on specific subjects upon request to support reading and educational needs.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Hosts annual fundraising eventHosts an annual fundraising event showcasing local wine, food, and culture in the South Seneca Area to support library programs and operations.
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Library of Things Lending 1 activity
- Loans sports and recreational equipmentProvides sports and recreational equipment for patrons of all ages, available for take-home borrowing or on-site use.
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Telehealth and Urgent Care Access 1 activity
- Offers Telehealth Kits for virtual connectionsProvides Telehealth Kits for checkout to enable patrons to connect virtually with family and healthcare providers.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Offers meeting room access for community useProvides access to library meeting rooms for community purposes, subject to policy compliance and staff approval.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Offers volunteer opportunitiesProvides opportunities for community members to volunteer for special events and projects.
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Horticultural Education and Community Gardening 1 activity
- Operates a Seed LibraryManages a Seed Library that allows patrons to borrow up to three seed packets at no cost and return harvested seeds in the fall to support community gardening.
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Regional Library Resource Sharing 1 activity
- Participates in a shared borrowing systemParticipates in a 1-card shared borrowing system with 33 libraries in the Finger Lakes Library System, enabling patrons to request, pick up, and return materials at any member location.
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Sensory-Inclusive Programming and Support 1 activity
- Provides Neurodiversity Kits for adaptive playOffers Neurodiversity Kits containing books and skill-building activities for adaptive play, available for borrowing or in-library use.
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 1 activity
- Provides access to information and lifelong learning programsOffers reference services, reader advisory, and curated resources including homeschooling materials to support lifelong learning and community enrichment. Services include assistance with research, book selection, and access to local historical and government information.
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Digital Literacy Training and Technology Access 1 activity
- Provides technology assistance by appointmentOffers one-on-one technology assistance to patrons by appointment via email request.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Operates as a fine-free libraryDoes not charge late fees; only assesses replacement costs for lost or damaged items.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$347K
Contributions & grants$297K86%
Program service revenue$1K0%
Investment income$49K14%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$436K
Program expenses40%
Admin / overhead59%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$232K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.08M
Cash$108K
Investments$2.32M
Liabilities$2K
Net assets$5.08M
Liquid reserves66.7 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +21.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANDREA TILLINGHAST | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $71K |
board members · 10
- ANDREW HERKOVIC — TRUSTEE
- ANN KAMINSKI — TRUSTEE
- BRUCE CRAFT — TRUSTEE
- CARRIE BOLD — BOARD VICE PRESIDENT
- CHRIS WILSON — TRUSTEE
- JAMES KENNIFF — TREASURER
- JEAN CURRIE — BOARD PRESIDENT
- JUDY CHAPELSKY — TRUSTEE
- LINDA PACELLI DIXON — TRUSTEE
- LISA BROWN — BOARD SECRETARY
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Centralus Health Partner — Collaborates with the library to support the Hygiene Pantry program.
- Edith B Ford Memorial Library Network — Operates as a member of the Ovid Public Library system.
- Finger Lakes Library System Network — Member library participating in a shared borrowing and return system with 33 libraries.
- Institute of Museum and Library Services Funder — Primary grant funder for the Craft Beverage Memory Project
- Jean Currie Government — Board President of the Edith B. Ford Memorial Library, serving as contact for endowment and legacy giving inquiries.
- Knapp Winery Partner — Host venue for the Words & Wine annual fundraising event.
- Romulus Central School District Partner — Collaborates with the library to support educational resources for students and families.
- South Seneca Central School District Partner — Collaborates with the library to support educational resources for students and families.
- Word of Mouth Catering Partner — Catering provider for the Words & Wine event.
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.
- Community-Driven Governance and Supportmethodology: member-driven governanceBy engaging community members as financial supporters and electors of the Board of Trustees, the library links governance to community participation because this model strengthens accountability, ownership, and sustainable funding.
- Equitable Access via Fine-Free Borrowingmethodology: fine_free_accessBy eliminating late fees, the library reduces barriers to borrowing and promotes equitable access to materials, because financial penalties disproportionately affect low-income patrons and deter library use.
- Lifelong Learning Through Access to Informationmethodology: lifelong_learning_enrichmentBy providing access to information and educational programs, the library fosters lifelong learning and community enrichment because open access to knowledge resources inspires continuous personal and intellectual growth.