named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Art Exhibition Program
Hosts rotating art exhibits featuring regional artists, local collections, and children’s artwork in designated wall, floor, and case spaces near the kitchenette
Community Space Use
Provides library meeting space for educational, cultural, or recreational events by community groups and organizations during or after library hours, subject to reservation and policy guidelines
Fine Free Lending
Eliminated overdue fines for books and media to increase access and equity, while still charging replacement fees for lost or damaged items
Museum Passes
Offers museum passes to patrons with a $5/day fine for overdue return; promotes access to cultural institutions
Notary Public Services
Provides notary services by appointment to support community members with official documentation needs
activities · 11 groups
What they do
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Accepting donations and managing endowmentAccepts public donations via PayPal and Venmo to support library programs and services. Maintains a permanent endowment fund to ensure ongoing financial support for the library’s mission.
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Library Volunteer Coordination & Community Engagement 1 activity
- Employing and managing library staffHires part-time library staff to support daily operations and patron services.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Hosting art exhibitions and cultural programsRuns an Art Exhibition Program featuring rotating displays by regional artists, local collections, and children in library programs. Includes the annual “Art Matters” and children’s art exhibitions to enhance cultural vitality and community engagement.
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Used Book and Media Sales for Fundraising 1 activity
- Hosting book sales and recycling programsOrganizes book sales as a fundraising and community service activity. Offers ink cartridge recycling and provides a collection box for worn American flags for proper disposal.
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Public Access Technology Services 1 activity
- Offering technology and digital servicesProvides free public access to high-speed internet, Wi-Fi, computers, printing, faxing, and USB drives. Offers staff assistance for patrons using digital resources.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Operating library facilities and space for public useOperates the library building during designated hours and makes space available for community use, including reservations after hours or for outdoor events. Strives to keep space free of charge and supports community events with space, promotion, and resources.
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Notary and Document Services 1 activity
- Providing Notary Public and document servicesOffers Notary Public services by appointment and provides document shredding and faxing services to the public, with shredding supported by suggested donations.
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Library-Provided Cultural Access Passes 1 activity
- Providing museum and cultural access through Museum PassesDistributes Museum Passes to patrons for access to cultural institutions, with $5 per day fines applied for overdue passes.
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 1 activity
- Providing public library servicesOffers access to books, media, arts, technology, educational programming, and internet services to support community learning and development. Serves all community members regardless of age, background, or socioeconomic status.
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Library Book Donation Management 1 activity
- Supporting community engagement through programs and eventsHosts educational and cultural programming, maintains a community bulletin board, and runs initiatives like “Your Library in Motion” to increase community involvement and outreach.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Managing library collections and borrowing policiesManages lending of books, media, and other materials with policies including automatic renewal for eligible items, elimination of overdue fines for most materials, and billing for replacement costs of items over 30 days overdue. Ensures materials are returned and accounts cleared upon return.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$100K
Contributions & grants$28K28%
Program service revenue$62K62%
Investment income$2K2%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$101K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$57K
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$223K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$223K
4 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue -14.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Julia Weston | Director | 20 | $24K |
board members · 10
- Andrew Weeks — Trustee
- Dale Akin — Trustee
- Gail Casals — Trustee
- Gail Madigan — Secretary, Trustee
- Janet Weber — Trustee
- Lynn Keyes — President, Trustee
- Marcia Geren — Trustee
- Monique Serafin — Trustee
- Nancy Serson — Treasurer/Trustee
- Ralph Marino — Trustee
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- American Library Association Government — Follows ALA guidelines regarding access to library facilities.
- American Library Association Network — Adheres to ALA's policy statement on exhibit spaces as an interpretation of the Library Bill of Rights.
- Ameriprise Financial Services Partner — Firm chosen to manage the library's endowment fund investments.
- Julie Weston Partner — Staff member leading library initiatives and job applications.
- Pittstown Historical Society Partner — Collaborates on historical content and shares resources, including library history and regional history through newsletters.
- UHLS Network — Member of the Upper Hudson Library System (UHLS), coordinating borrowing policies across member libraries.
- Upper Hudson Library System Network — Collaborates with UHLS for personnel policy guidance and job posting distribution.
- Upper Hudson Library System Network — Member of the Upper Hudson Library System, participating in its annual reporting and regional library network
- other organizations Partner — Partners with community organizations for fundraising events while maintaining neutrality and not donating funds or goods.
strategies · 2
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-Centered Learning Through Diverse Resourcesmethodology: community-centered learningBy providing access to books, media, arts, technology, and programming, the library supports lifelong learning and personal development, because diverse, community-embedded resources foster continuous education and cultural growth.
- Removing Financial Barriers to Accessmethodology: removing financial barriers to accessBy eliminating late fines on library materials, the library increases access to resources and encourages broader community engagement, because financial penalties disproportionately deter low-income patrons from using services.