irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $91KSPONSORSHIP OF LIBRARY PROGRAMS SUCH AS POUGHKEEPSIE "BIG READ" PROGRAM, CHILDREN'S SUMMER READING PROGRAMS, CHILDREN/YOUTH ROOM ACTIVITIES, AUTHOR PRESENTATIONS AND DISCUSSIONS, TOWN STREET FESTIVAL, CHILDREN'S BOOK FAIR, BOOKMOBILE SUPPORT.
- #2 $21KSPONSORSHIP OF ANNUAL APPEAL FUNDRAISER FOR LIBRARY TO RAISE FUNDS FOR ITS ACTIVITIES AND INCREASES PUBLIC AWARENESS OF THE LIBRARY'S NEED FOR PUBLIC FUNDING AND SUPPORT.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Art in the Library
Exhibition series showcasing local artists in library branches, including rotating displays in dedicated gallery spaces
Book Clubs
Multiple book clubs including Graphic Novel Book Club (virtual), Books and Brews (in-person at a local pub), and Mystery Mondays, serving adult readers with diverse interests
Children's Summer Reading Program
Annual literacy initiative encouraging reading among children during summer months
Community Translation Service
Free written translation service for community members and nonprofits, provided in collaboration with Marist University's Department of World Languages and Cultures
Plaza Comunitaria Poughkeepsie
Basic education program in Spanish for Spanish-speaking migrants over 15, offering literacy and primary/secondary level instruction with Mexican government-recognized certification
Poughkeepsie "Big Read"
Community-wide reading program promoting shared literary experiences
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 4 activities
- Offers community space and resource accessProvides public access to event spaces at library locations, museum and park passes through the MAP program, and local history and genealogy materials via the library archives.
- Operates a bookmobile serviceRuns a mobile library service that brings books, DVDs, and library access to the community, offering on-site library card sign-up, borrowing and return of materials, holds assistance, and information about programs and services.
- Operates public library branchesOperates three physical library locations: Adriance Memorial Library, Boardman Road Branch Library, and Sadie Peterson Delaney African Roots Branch Library, offering regular weekly hours including evenings and weekends, with temporary adjustments such as suspended Sunday operations.
- Provides access to digital and electronic resourcesOffers 24/7 access to an e-Library platform with eBooks, audiobooks, digital media, and online account management via a mobile app; supports homebound users in accessing digital content with internet-connected devices.
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Language Access Services 2 activities
- Offers multilingual services and Spanish-language programmingProvides a Spanish-language reference desk, translation of documents (Spanish/English), educational programs in Spanish for adults, curated Spanish-language book bags for adult book clubs, and educational tutorials via YouTube; collaborates with Marist University on community translation services.
- Provides free document translation servicesOffers free written translation of up to four-page documents such as letters, resumes, applications, and promotional materials between Spanish and English, with requests processed within 8 business days.
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Library Operations and Program Support 1 activity
- Conducts annual fundraising campaignsSponsors an annual appeal fundraiser to raise financial support for the library and increase public awareness of its funding needs.
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Literacy Program Funding 1 activity
- Funds youth development programs at the Poughkeepsie Public Library DistrictAwarded $91,072 in grant funding to support youth development programs at the Poughkeepsie Public Library District.
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Cultural Exchange and Community Integration Events 1 activity
- Hosts public library programs and eventsOrganizes a wide range of community programs including book clubs (in-person, virtual, and mystery-themed), author presentations, art exhibitions with multimedia components, concerts, plant swaps, disc golf events, and the Dog Days of Summer celebration with pet photo submissions.
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Home Delivery and Curbside Pickup Services 1 activity
- Provides home delivery of library materialsDelivers circulating library materials—including books, CDs, DVDs, and periodicals—to residents of the City and Town of Poughkeepsie who are unable to access library facilities due to temporary or permanent immobility, including personalized readers’ advisory and assistance accessing digital resources.
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Summer and Seasonal Reading Programs 1 activity
- Runs summer reading programsOffers summer reading challenges for children, teens, and adults, including reading logs, Bingo sheets, prize drawings, Plinko gameplay, and rewards such as gift cards and library swag; distributes reading materials and incentives like pencils, bookmarks, and tote bags upon registration.
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Library Volunteer Coordination & Community Engagement 1 activity
- Supports volunteer engagementEngages volunteers to support library operations and community service initiatives.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$251K
Contributions & grants$19K7%
Program service revenue$221K88%
Investment income$10K4%
Other revenue$2K
expenses
Total expenses$188K
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$106K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$530K
Cash$420K
Investments$0
Liabilities$42K
Net assets$488K
Liquid reserves26.9 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue -14.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 19
- CATHY TEMPLE — BOARD MEMBER
- CHRISTINE CUTTLER — TREASURER
- ELIZABETH MURPHY — BOARD MEMBER
- GAIL BRITTAIN — RESIGNED 11/
- JANE BARTIK — RESIGNED
- JULIE NELSON — BOARD MEMBER
- LEOLA RUFFIN-MCPHEE — VICE-PRESIDE
- MARGARET BRITTON — BOARD MEMBER
- MARSHA KRAMER — BOARD MEMBER
- NORMA VAZQUEZ — PRESIDENT
- OPHELIA RICHARDS — BOARD MEMBER
- PAMELA WATTS — SECRETARY
- PATRICIA JACKSON — BOARD MEMBER
- PETER BERGAMO — BOARD MEMBER
- PETER CAMPBELL — BOARD MEMBER
- RACHEL WEINER — RESIGNED 5/3
- ROCHELLE DEWITT — BOARD MEMBER
- STUART SHINSKE — BOARD MEMBER
- TERRY NOVICKI — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Adriance Memorial Library Partner — Hosts art exhibitions in shared space.
- Boardman Road Branch Library Partner — Hosts rotating art exhibitions.
- Department of World Languages and Cultures at Marist University Partner — Collaborates with the library to provide written translation services for the community.
- Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Partner — Partnership to operate the Imagination Library program promoting early childhood literacy.
- Google Play Partner — Distributes the PPLD mobile app through the Google Play store.
- Hackett Hill Park Partner — Collaborates with Hackett Hill Park to host the Disc Golf event.
- Juan Murphy’s Partner — Host site for the Books and Brews Book Club.
- Marist University Department of World Languages and Cultures Partner — Collaborates with the library district to provide a community translation service.
- PayPal Partner — Provides a secure donation processing platform for contributions to the library.
- Poughkeepsie Public Library District Partner — Collaborates with the Poughkeepsie Public Library District to host public programs and manage event space access.
- Poughkeepsie Public Library District Partner — Primary beneficiary of sponsored programs and fundraising efforts.
- Sadie Peterson Delaney African Roots Branch Library Partner — Provides exhibition space for local artists.
- The Friends of the Poughkeepsie Public Library District Partner — Provided financial support for the Rover the Roaming Library bookmobile.
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.
- Community-Curated Programming for Inclusive Engagementmethodology: community-curated programmingBy using a proposal-based model to curate public programs, the organization increases community ownership and relevance of library offerings, because involving community members in program design leads to more culturally resonant and widely attended events.
- Community-Driven Accessibility for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Populationsmethodology: community-driven accessibilityBy hosting informal gatherings using American Sign Language, the organization promotes language accessibility and inclusion, because creating low-barrier, linguistically appropriate spaces fosters trust and sustained engagement with the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.
- Early Literacy Through Book Giftingmethodology: early-literacy-through-book-giftingBy providing free books to children from birth to age five via Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, the organization promotes early literacy development, because consistent access to books in the home fosters language acquisition and a lifelong reading habit.
- Equitable Access to Cultural Institutionsmethodology: equitable-access-to-cultural-institutionsBy offering free or reduced-cost passes to cultural and recreational institutions, the organization increases access for underserved populations, because financial barriers are a primary constraint to participation and removing them enables broader community engagement with educational and cultural resources.