named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Art History with the Friends
Presents lectures and virtual tours on art history topics, such as Picasso in Occupied Paris and Michelangelo’s Pietà
Author Talks and Literary Events
Hosts public events featuring authors such as Patrick Radden Keefe and Julian Sancton for book discussions and readings
Health With the Friends
Hosts educational talks on health topics featuring experts like Dr. Daniel Sodickson
Music With the Friends
Organizes concerts and musical performances including jazz, Irish folk, and West African music for the community
Themed Community Events
Produces events centered on cultural themes such as The Beatles, I Love Lucy, and sports history
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Literacy Program Funding 1 activity
- Funds library programs and services not covered by municipal fundingProvides financial support to the Larchmont Public Library for equipment, services, and programs beyond municipal funding, including doubling e-media spending to $35,000 during the pandemic. This includes funding for expanded book and e-book collections, upgraded Wi-Fi, furniture, and technology such as iPads and telescopes.
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Literary Events & Workshops 1 activity
- Hosts public cultural and educational eventsOrganizes and hosts a regular series of public programs including author talks, lectures, musical performances, and cultural presentations, such as events on the Beatles, Lucille Ball, Picasso, and West African music, often with receptions and refreshments.
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Library-Provided Cultural Access Passes 1 activity
- Provides free museum passes to cultural institutionsOffers free museum passes to library patrons for access to cultural institutions in New York City, Manhattan, Westchester County, Dutchess County, Putnam County, Orange County, and Greenwich.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Produces and publishes curated book recommendationsCompiles and publishes themed book recommendation lists for adults, teens, and children, including selections from diverse global settings, as part of its community engagement programming.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$406K
Contributions & grants$399K98%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$5K1%
Other revenue$2K
expenses
Total expenses$145K
Program expenses99%
Admin / overhead1%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$123K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$405K
Cash$405K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$405K
Liquid reserves33.6 mo
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +440.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 6
- JACLYN PARE — VP-PROGRAMMING
- LEIGH MARCHANT — EXECUTIVE VP
- MICHAEL BLOOM — TREASURER
- RACHEL HAZEN — PRESIDENT
- RONALD MEISTER — SECRETARY
- SEDONA GASPARD — VP-MEMBERSHIP
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Larchmont Library Partner — Provided financial assistance to support increased e-media spending.
- Larchmont Public Library Partner — Co-hosts public events and programs
- Larchmont Public Library Partner — Co-hosts public programs and events with the Larchmont Public Library.
- Larchmont Public Library Partner — Collaborates with the Larchmont Public Library through board member engagement and programming support.
- Larchmont Public Library Partner — Collaborates with the Larchmont Public Library to host community events.
- Larchmont Public Library Partner — Primary beneficiary of the organization's support and fundraising efforts
- Larchmont Public Library Partner — Provides financial and volunteer support to the Larchmont Public Library.
- Larchmont Temple Partner — Host venue for the Friends of the Larchmont Public Library event on June 21, 2026.
- Larchmont Temple Partner — Hosted the event at its Social Hall on Willow Ave., corner of Larchmont Ave.
- Milton School in Rye Partner — Collaborates with a board member who is a librarian at Milton School in Rye to compile children's book recommendations.
- Ramapo College Partner — Collaborates with faculty from Ramapo College for public programming
- State University of New York Partner — Collaborates with faculty from the State University of New York for public programming
- Toni McKeen Partner — Historian and lecturer who led a program on Lucille Ball.
strategies · 1
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 Engagement Through Cultural and Literary Programmingmethodology: community-engagement-through-eventsBy hosting cultural, literary, and educational events featuring authors, musicians, and guest speakers, the organization strengthens community engagement with the library because shared intellectual and artistic experiences foster connection and sustained public interest in library resources.