named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Ancestry.com Access
Provides in-person access to Ancestry.com for genealogical research at the library.
Empire Pass Lending
Lends two Empire Passes to library cardholders for one-week use, allowing free entry to New York state parks.
Home Delivery Service
Delivers library materials to homebound residents within the library’s service area.
Legal Help Resources
Offers access to online legal forms, live chat with legal volunteers, and referrals to legal assistance organizations in Wayne County.
Technology and Internet Access
Provides public computers, wireless printing, Wi-Fi, scanning, and an Ellison machine for crafting.
activities · 13 groups
What they do
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Public Access Technology Services 3 activities
- Offers wireless printing servicesEnables users to print documents from their personal devices through wireless printing services.
- Provides free scanning and Wi-Fi accessOffers free scanning of pictures and documents up to 8.5 by 11 inches in size, and provides free Wi-Fi access to the public from mobile devices.
- Provides public access to computers, printing, and copyingOffers public access to computers and printing services for 20 cents per black-and-white page and 40 cents per color page, along with photocopy services at the same rates.
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Home Delivery and Curbside Pickup Services 2 activities
- Offers home delivery of library materialsProvides home delivery of library materials to homebound residents within the library's service area, ensuring equitable access to resources.
- Provides curbside service for library patronsOffers curbside pickup of library materials for patrons, enabling contact-free access to books and other resources.
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Transparent Governance Meetings 1 activity
- Holds monthly public meetingsConducts monthly public meetings on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the library's Community Room, open to the public for engagement and discussion.
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Library-Provided Cultural Access Passes 1 activity
- Loans Empire Passes for free access to New York state parksOffers two Empire Passes for one-week loan periods to library cardholders, providing free access to New York state parks. This service is available to residents within the library's service area.
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Digital Literacy Training and Technology Access 1 activity
- Offers free online self-paced learning coursesProvides access to over 750 lessons and 250 videos through Goodwill Community Foundation Learnfree, offering free online self-paced learning in basic computer skills and other subjects.
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Durable Medical Equipment Loan Programs 1 activity
- Operates a medical equipment loan closetRuns a medical equipment loan closet offering free three-month loans to Wayne County residents who have a valid OWWL library card.
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Library and Community Facility Renovation 1 activity
- Operates a renovated public library facilityMoved library operations to a renovated facility at 122 Broad Street in April 2008, incorporating part of the former Lyons Community Hospital and a significant new addition to serve the community.
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Pro Bono Legal Representation and Support 1 activity
- Provides access to legal assistance and resourcesOffers public access to volunteers with legal training for assistance, along with legal guides on immigration and consumer issues, supporting community members in navigating legal matters.
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 1 activity
- Provides digital magazine accessOffers access to digital magazines through Overdrive for library cardholders, expanding digital reading options.
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Public Document Services 1 activity
- Provides fax and lamination servicesOffers fax services for $1 per transmission or reception of up to 20 pages, and lamination services for $1 per full page and 50 cents for half a page or smaller.
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Library Operations and Program Support 1 activity
- Provides library materials and services to local residentsOffers a full range of library materials and services to residents of Lyons, NY and the surrounding area, including lending, programming, and information access.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Supports student financial aid education and accessProvides guidance on financial aid types, application processes, and common misconceptions using ED.gov resources, directs users to FAFSA.gov, and connects students and families to New York State financial aid tools via the Higher Education Services Corporation website.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Provides online test preparation and learning resourcesOffers access to fee-based and free test preparation resources through Peterson’s, Princeton Review, and Crash Course, covering college, graduate, civil service, and standardized exams (SAT, ACT, DMV). Also provides access to New York State Department of Civil Service test guides and DMV practice tests.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$458K
Contributions & grants$442K97%
Program service revenue$4K1%
Investment income$11K2%
Other revenue$437
expenses
Total expenses$455K
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead17%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$248K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.97M
Cash$500K
Investments$0
Liabilities$11K
Net assets$1.96M
Liquid reserves13.2 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +7.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRISTINA BRAELL | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $46K |
board members · 7
- GARY BENNETT — CHAIRMAN
- JOAN WALLIS — VICE CHAIR
- JOHN HAWMAN — SECRETARY
- LEISEL EVERDYKE — TRUSTEE
- LESLIE SHAW — TRUSTEE
- MARY LAGASSE TATEM — TRUSTEE
- MATTHEW OWEN — TRUSTEE
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Crash Course Partner — Provides access to free educational video content for academic subjects and test preparation.
- Goodwill Community Foundation Partner — Offers free online learning resources through GCFLearnFree.org.
- LawHelpNY.org Partner — Provides access to LawHelpNY.org for live legal help and interactive legal forms.
- Legal Assistance of Western New York Partner — Refers to and collaborates with this organization for legal assistance in Wayne County.
- Lyons Civic Club Partner — Partnered with the library initiative by launching a movement to establish the public library and holding public meetings to gain community support.
- New York State Department of Civil Service Government — Provides civil service test preparation materials from official state guides.
- New York State Higher Education Services Corporation Government — Connects students to state financial aid programs and college planning tools.
- OWWL Network — Member of the OWWL library network enabling shared card access
- OWWL Network — Member of the OWWL library network, allowing shared access to materials across 42 libraries.
- OWWL Network — Member of the Ontario-Wayne-Wyoming Library system, enabling shared services and resource access.
- OWWL Network — Participates in the OWWL library system, allowing cardholders to borrow Empire Passes and access shared resources.
- Princeton Review Partner — Provides access to Princeton Review test preparation resources for standardized exams.
- Rural Law Center of New York Partner — Refers to and collaborates with this organization for legal assistance in Wayne County.
strategies · 5
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-Driven Developmentmethodology: community-driven-developmentBy involving residents in public meetings and collaborative decision-making, the library ensures services reflect local needs and values, because democratic input strengthens community ownership and long-term sustainability.
- Library as Community Access Hubmethodology: library-as-community-access-hubBy integrating non-traditional services like state park pass lending with library membership, the library reduces financial and logistical barriers to public recreation, because access to nature and cultural resources improves community well-being and engagement.
- Regional Networked Access Modelmethodology: regional library network accessBy enabling a single library card to unlock resources across 42 libraries, the library expands equitable access to knowledge and materials, because removing institutional boundaries increases resource availability for all residents.
- Self-Paced and Multimedia Learning Supportmethodology: self-paced online learningBy offering engaging video content and modular online learning, the library supports diverse learning styles and schedules, because accessible, informal education increases knowledge retention and participation across age groups.
- Self-Service Legal Empowermentmethodology: self-help legal educationBy providing self-help legal resources and pro-bono volunteer connections, the library increases access to justice, because equipping individuals with tools and support enables them to navigate legal systems effectively even without formal representation.