named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Friends of the Bovina Public Library
Volunteer group supporting library programs, events, and operations
Hitchcock Film Series
Film screening program featuring works by Alfred Hitchcock, part of the library's cultural offerings
Hugh Lee Scholarship
Scholarship program awarded annually to local students
Local Landscapes
Community art exhibition showcasing work by ten local artists
Spring Art Workshops
Community art workshops offered seasonally to local residents
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- College scholarship fundingFunds up to four annual $1,500 college or professional training scholarships for graduating Bovina students demonstrating character and community appreciation; awarded $4,000 in scholarships and previously awarded two Hugh Lee Scholarships.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Community bulletin board and event supportProvides a bulletin board for nonprofit organizations to post flyers for civic, educational, or cultural events and offers kitchen facilities for community events and gatherings.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Community newsletter productionProduces and distributes the Bovina Newsletter, a seasonal publication featuring community news, stories, photos, event calendars, and content contributed by local organizations, residents, and volunteers; published the Summer 2026 edition as part of ongoing efforts.
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Cultural Exchange and Community Integration Events 1 activity
- Community programming and eventsHosts educational, artistic, and social programs including film series, art workshops, and community art exhibitions; organizes ongoing library activities and provides space for public gatherings and events.
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Oral History Collection and Preservation 1 activity
- Community storytelling initiativeOrganizes "The Bovina Monologues," a 2026 community storytelling project that collects personal narratives from residents for potential public performance.
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Library and Community Facility Renovation 1 activity
- Facility operations and maintenanceOperates the library facility with seasonal hour adjustments in summer; completed a two-phase building renovation (2018 and January 2024) to improve accessibility and update interior spaces.
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 1 activity
- Public library servicesOperates a public library in BoVina, NY, providing access to books, periodicals, DVDs, and digital materials (eBooks, audiobooks) via Libby app; offers interlibrary loans across four counties, a three-week renewable loan period, and maintains collections spanning bestsellers, classics, and educational content.
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Public Access Technology Services 1 activity
- Public technology and workspace accessProvides public access to computers, 30-minute internet sessions (extendable at staff discretion), printing, faxing, and copying services; maintains a welcoming environment with free reading, research, and internet access for community use.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$44K
Contributions & grants$15K34%
Program service revenue$15K35%
Investment income$13K31%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$69K
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$30K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$601K
Cash$0
Investments$184K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$601K
Liquid reserves31.9 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -40.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 4
- JEN AIKEN — BOARD MEMBER
- JONATHAN LAFEVER — PRESIDENT
- MARNI GREENBURG — TREASURER
- RAY LAFEVER — VICE PRESIDENT
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- American Library Association Network — Aligns library policies with American Library Association principles on free access and censorship.
- Bovina United Presbyterian Church Partner — Featured a profile of the church's new pastor in the Bovina Newsletter.
- Friends of the Bovina Public Library Partner — Group of volunteers who assist with library tasks, projects, and programs under staff direction.
- Friends of the Library Partner — Receives financial support from and incurs expenses related to the Friends of the Library group.
- Libby by OverDrive Partner — Provides digital content delivery through the Libby app for library patrons.
- Lichtenberg Funder — Bondholder with maturing bond providing financial resources to the library.
- NYS Construction Aid Government — Provided 75% of funding for the 2018–2024 building renovation.
- O’Connor Funder — Source of $28,000 in available funds for library use.
- The A. Lindsay & Olive B. O’Connor Foundation Funder — Provided 25% of funding for the 2018–2024 building renovation and supported major renovations in 1973.
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 Hub Model for Holistic Accessmethodology: community_hub_modelBy operating as a multifunctional social, cultural, and informational center, the library increases community engagement and resource utilization because shared physical spaces that integrate services foster greater accessibility and belonging.
- Community-Driven Storytelling for Inclusive Representationmethodology: community_driven_storytellingBy collecting personal stories and contributions from residents and local groups, the library amplifies diverse voices and preserves local history because inclusive narrative ownership fosters community engagement and cultural continuity.
- Expanded Access Through Interlibrary and Digital Networksmethodology: expanded_access_networksBy combining interlibrary loan systems with mobile digital platforms, the library increases material access and usage because removing geographic and technological barriers enables equitable, on-demand engagement with resources.