irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $4KPrograms fo children
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Adopt a Book
Program allowing patrons to donate $15 to purchase a new book for the library collection and be first to read it
Al-Anon Support Group
Weekly support meetings every Thursday at 3:30 p.m. for people affected by someone else's drinking
Comic Book Club
Monthly club for students in grades 2-5 featuring graphic novels, snacks, and social activities
Dinos & Donuts
Weekly Saturday morning program for all ages featuring dinosaur-themed movies and snacks, held during summer months
Summer Reading Program
Children's summer program including story hours, crafts, and themed activities such as fossil pendants and dinosaur gardens
Veteran Support Group
Support meetings for veterans held every second and fourth Monday of the month at 12:30 p.m.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 3 activities
- Facilitate public reading and periodical accessMaintains public access to current copies of the Thousand Islands Sun in the nonfiction room and supports browsing through a searchable interface for digital and physical library collections.
- Operate public library facilityOperates a physical library that provides access to books, audiobooks, DVDs, and digital resources. Offers in-house use of all materials and borrowing privileges with standard loan periods (two weeks for most items, three days for Empire Passes) and limits of 10 items per cardholder (5 for summer residents).
- Provide access to digital learning and research resourcesOffers patrons access to a wide range of online resources including Kanopy (30,000+ streaming titles), Libby (ebooks, audiobooks, magazines), Mometrix test prep, Universal Class (500+ continuing education courses), ArtistWorks (music instruction), JobNow (career support), Weiss Financial (financial literacy), Law Depot (custom legal forms), Ancestry (genealogical records), and NYS eResources such as Gale Business and Peterson’s Test & Career Prep.
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Children's Book Distribution Programs 1 activity
- Distribute free books to children and teensPartners with First Book’s Book Bank to provide free physical books to children and teens, supporting literacy and access to reading materials.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Host community meeting spacesMaintains two meeting rooms—the William Platt room and the community room—available for free reservation by community groups and individuals for public meetings, programs, or events.
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Peer-Led Mental Health Support Groups 1 activity
- Host support groups and adult programmingHosts recurring support group meetings for veterans (second and fourth Mondays at 12:30 p.m.) and Al-Anon (Thursdays at 3:30 p.m.), as well as public workshops on topics like artificial intelligence featuring guest speakers.
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Public Access Technology Services 1 activity
- Offer public technology and internet accessProvides free public access to 4 computers with printing capabilities, 1 dedicated catalog computer, Wi-Fi (network: “clapublic”, no password required), scanning services, and faxing ($1 per use). Copying is available for $0.25 (black and white) or $0.50 (color) per copy, accepting cash or check.
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Provide youth development and children's programsOffers a range of youth-focused programs including story hours during the school year, monthly Comic Book Club for grades 2–5, weekly "Dinos & Donuts" movie events, craft activities (e.g., fossil pendants, dinosaur gardens, Perler beads), educational sessions on rocks and fossils led by local experts, and hands-on learning such as gemstone sifting. Also provides toys, board games, puzzles, sensory kits, and Lego-building areas for children and young adults.
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Used Book and Media Sales for Fundraising 1 activity
- Sell donated books and mediaGenerates funds through a book sale shelf offering used books for $1 and DVDs for $0.50.
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Local History Archival Access 1 activity
- Support genealogical and local history researchProvides reference materials for genealogical research in the nonfiction room and offers access to Ancestry via public computers and library Wi-Fi, enabling users to search billions of records including census data, vital records, and photos.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Conduct fundraising through Adopt a Book programRuns an Adopt a Book program where patrons can donate $15 to sponsor the purchase of a book, receive first access to read it, and are recognized with a commemorative bookplate.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$182K
Contributions & grants$182K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$210%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$205K
Program expenses10%
Admin / overhead90%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$138K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$554K
Cash$14K
Investments$0
Liabilities$10K
Net assets$544K
Liquid reserves0.8 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +1.5%
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- Ancestry Partner — Provides access to genealogical records and research tools through library computers and WiFi.
- First Book Partner — Partner organization providing books through its Book Bank for distribution to children and teens.
- Jeff Pennington Partner — Author and speaker who leads a public workshop on artificial intelligence at the library
- Job Now Partner — Offers job-seeking support services including resume building and interview preparation accessible via library card.
- Kanopy Partner — Partnership to provide free on-demand video streaming services to library cardholders.
- Law Depot Partner — Provides a platform for creating customized legal documents accessible to library users.
- NCLS Network — Member of the NCLS library system, allowing interlibrary returns and shared circulation.
- NCLS Partner — Collaborates with NCLS to provide access to genealogy resources and digital newspaper databases.
- NCLS Partner — Partner organization providing access to Mometrix, Universal Class, and Artist Works online learning platforms.
- New York State Library (NCLS) Network — Provides guidance and access instructions for eResources including Ancestry and other databases.
- OverDrive Partner — Partner for providing digital library resources through Libby
- OverDrive Partner — Provides digital content through the Libby by OverDrive platform.
- Scholastic Partner — Provider of digital educational resources accessed through the library.
- Sue Hazelwood Partner — Local expert who leads educational rock programs for children at the library
- Weiss Financial Partner — Provides financial information and educational modules accessible to Hawn Memorial Library cardholders.
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.
- Fine-Free Lending Lowers Barriers to Equitable Accessmethodology: fine-free_lendingBy eliminating overdue fines, the library increases equitable access to resources, because financial penalties disproportionately deter low-income patrons while retained accountability for lost or damaged items preserves collection integrity.
- Home Access Promotes Educational Achievementmethodology: home-library_accessBy providing access to books in the home, the library fosters improved educational outcomes for children, because consistent exposure to reading materials strengthens literacy development and academic success.
- Play-Based Engagement Strengthens Learning and Expressionmethodology: hands-on_learningBy integrating sensory-inclusive play, hands-on discovery, and creative expression into library activities, the library increases engagement and learning among children, because experiential and imaginative formats support cognitive, emotional, and social development.