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PALISADES FREE LIBRARY
PALISADES, NY · EIN 131740017 · Form 990 · FY2023 · NTEE B71Z · Education · Small ($100K-$1M) · palisadeslibrary.org
revenue
$516K
expenses
$532K
net assets
$880K
employees
14
program ratio
74%
mission · from form 990

THE PALISADES LIBRARY ENJOYS A UNIQUE RELATIONSHIP WITH THE HAMLET OF PALISADES AS A VIBRANT CULTURAL LANDMARK. THE LIBRARY'S MISSION IS TO PROMOTE, SUPPORT AND SUSTAIN THIS RELATIONSHIP THROUGH ITS WORK AS A PUBLIC RESOURCE FOR EDUCATION, INFORMATION AND ENLIGHTENMENT.

profile · synthesized from sources

Palisades Free Library is a public library serving the hamlet of Palisades, New York, as a cultural and educational hub. It provides access to information, local history resources, and community services including notary assistance. The library supports lifelong learning and civic engagement through its collections, programs, and role in preserving regional heritage.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Local History Research Program
Provides access to historical photographs, books, genealogy records, maps, and archival materials related to Palisades and Rockland County; includes online guides and in-person research support
Notary Public Services
Offers free notary services Monday through Friday; available to community members with valid ID, up to five documents per person per day
Photograph Collection Access
Manages a historical photograph collection accessible via the New York Heritage digital platform; provides reproduction request forms and usage permissions
activities · 8 groups

What they do

  • Public Access Technology Services 2 activities
    • Issues and manages library cards
      Provides free library cards to residents of Palisades and Sparkill, offers paid access to out-of-state residents ($180 or $360), and replaces lost cards for a fee after the first free replacement.
    • Offers technology instruction and support
      Provides one-on-one or couples computer instruction for beginners by appointment and offers domestic fax services for sending ($0.30 per fax) and receiving ($0.15 per page).
  • Local History Archival Access 2 activities
    • Manages local history collections and reproduction requests
      Provides formal processes for requesting permission to reproduce photographs from its collection using a dedicated Image Reproduction Request Form, supporting access to historical materials while preserving copyright and ownership rights.
    • Provides reference and research assistance
      Offers reference help for locating books and information, maintains rare local history materials on-site, and provides access to archival collections including historical photographs, vertical files, and maps from the 1700s–1900s.
  • Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 2 activities
    • Operates physical library services
      Runs a physical library in Palisades, NY, open six days a week with evening hours Monday through Thursday, serving as a public resource for education, information, and enlightenment.
    • Provides lending and digital resource access
      Offers access to books, e-books, audiobooks, movies, and digital resources including free Wi-Fi, public computers with internet and Microsoft Office, and free digital access to the Wall Street Journal and The New York Times for on- and offsite patrons via redeemable access codes.
  • Community-Based Educational Programming 1 activity
    • Hosts educational and cultural programs
      Organizes regular community programs including children's storytimes, book clubs, educational workshops, and cultural events to support lifelong learning and community engagement.
  • Community Space Provision 1 activity
    • Offers meeting space for community use
      Makes a community meeting room available for reservation by non-profit organizations and allows individuals to use the space for studying on a first-come, first-served basis when not reserved.
  • Home Delivery and Curbside Pickup Services 1 activity
    • Provides homebound delivery services
      Delivers and picks up books and select materials for homebound residents of Palisades and Sparkill to ensure equitable access to library resources.
  • Notary and Document Services 1 activity
    • Provides notary public services
      Offers free in-person notary services Monday through Friday from 11 AM to 5 PM, with a maximum of five documents per person per day; employs two notaries and provides mobile notary services for residents of The Esplanade of Palisades unable to visit the library.
  • Recycling-Driven Fundraising Programs 1 activity
    • Supports environmental sustainability programs
      Distributes free food scrap collection bags to Orangetown residents for the town’s Food Scrap Recycling Program and collects used oral care products (toothbrushes, toothpaste tubes, floss canisters) for recycling through a partnership with Terracycle.
financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$516K
Contributions & grants$499K97%
Program service revenue$2K0%
Investment income$4K1%
Other revenue$10K
expenses
Total expenses$532K
Program expenses74%
Admin / overhead26%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$358K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$880K
Cash$421K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$880K
Liquid reserves9.5 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue -3.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
MARIA GAGLIARDI EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $104K
board members · 7
  • ERICA LOCKWOOD — TRUSTEE
  • KATHRYN SHATTUCK — SECRETARY
  • KRISTOPHER HABERMAN — VICE PRESIDENT
  • LAURIE FERGUSON — TRUSTEE
  • MARJORIE GALEN — PRESIDENT
  • MARTY NEALON — TREASURER
  • YVONNA KOPACZ WRIGHT — TRUSTEE
relationships · 15

Who they work with

  • Historical Society of Rockland County Partner — Provides reliable historical information about Rockland County and the Lower Hudson Valley, referenced as a recommended web source for local history research.
  • Hoopla! Partner — Provides access to digital materials through a partnership with Hoopla!
  • Kanopy Kids Partner — Provides streaming video content for children through a partnership with Kanopy Kids.
  • Kids’ Mango Partner — Offers language learning resources for children through a partnership with Kids’ Mango.
  • Library Association of Rockland County Partner — Collaborated on the digitization of historical photographs featured in the Hudson River Valley Heritage project.
  • New York Heritage Partner — Partnered to host the library's nearly complete photograph collection online.
  • Orangetown Library District Government — Library district established in 1962 that enabled the Palisades Free Library to receive public tax funding.
  • Palisades Free Library Government — Located in New York and operates as a free public library serving the local community.
  • Ramapo-Catskill Library System Network — Member of the Ramapo-Catskill Library System, providing access to shared materials.
  • Rockland County Clerk’s Office Partner — Referred to as an alternative provider of notary services in the region.
  • Rockland County Government Government — Provided funding for the digitization of historical photographs in collaboration with the Library Association of Rockland County.
  • Rockleigh Borough Hall Partner — Partners with Rockleigh, NJ to allow receipt submission for partial reimbursement of paid library cards.
  • Terracycle Partner — Partner organization that processes dental waste collected by the library.
  • The New York Times Partner — Provides free access to its digital content for library patrons through a partnership with Palisades Free Library.
  • The Wall Street Journal Partner — Partner organization providing digital content access to library cardholders.
strategies · 4

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.

  • Adaptive Public Service Model
    methodology: adaptive public service
    By adapting services in response to evolving cultural and intellectual needs, the library sustains long-term relevance and promotes intellectual freedom, because responsiveness ensures continued alignment with community values and discourse.
  • Community Engagement Through Lifelong Learning and Cultural Programming
    methodology: community_engagement_through_programming
    By designing age-specific and interest-based programming, the library fosters community engagement and cultural enrichment, because tailored experiences increase relevance and participation across generations.
  • Culturally Responsive Collection Development
    methodology: culturally_responsive_collection_development
    By curating a culturally responsive collection, the library educates and inspires children in the community, because representation in materials strengthens identity, engagement, and learning outcomes.
  • Inclusive Access Through Diverse Formats and Technology
    methodology: inclusive_access
    By offering information and educational resources in diverse formats and through technology, the library increases accessibility for all age groups, because varied modalities meet different learning and access needs across the lifespan.