named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Brick Garden
Donor recognition program offering engraved bricks to fund the library’s foundation and honor individuals or special occasions
Jean Webster Society
Annual giving program recognizing donors who contribute $1,250 or more, with tiered recognition for support levels from Columnist to Storyteller
Library Construction and Renovation
Project to renovate the Tymor Barn in Tymor Park into a modern, multi-use public library and community center serving Union Vale residents
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Library Operations and Program Support 2 activities
- Organizing fundraising events and campaignsConducts fundraising events, mailings, and campaigns including monthly giving and milestone-based fundraising to support library development and special services.
- Renovating a town park barn into a public libraryCollects donations and organizes community-led efforts to renovate the Tymor Barn into a modern public library facility, including securing board approval and developing conceptual architectural plans. Supports construction and long-term maintenance of the library as a community cultural meeting place.
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Children's Book Distribution Programs 1 activity
- Developing library programming and curated book collectionsPlans to develop educational, informational, and special programming alongside curated book collections customized for Union Vale residents, supported by fundraising for start-up costs.
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Library Volunteer Coordination & Community Engagement 1 activity
- Engaging volunteers in library constructionRecruits and organizes volunteers to participate in renovation-related construction projects for the Union Vale Library.
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Vehicle Donation Processing 1 activity
- Operating a comprehensive donation and recognition programAccepts various forms of donations including unrestricted annual gifts, memorial and honor donations, stock and securities, and vehicles. Provides acknowledgment through notes, a public Tribute Wall, engraved bricks in a garden or walkway, and tax documentation, with free pickup arranged for vehicle donations.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
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1 years on record · 2023–2023
relationships · 6
Who they work with
- CARS (Charitable Adult Rides & Services) Partner — Partners with CARS to process vehicle donations.
- Charles Schwab Partner — Brokerage partner used for electronic transfer of donated stocks and mutual funds.
- Facebook Partner — Platform used to host personal fundraisers for the library renovation.
- Jean Webster Partner — Names the Webster Society in honor of author Jean Webster, whose legacy inspires the library's mission.
- Jean Webster McKinney Connor Partner — Recognizes Jean Webster McKinney Connor as the benefactor's daughter and mother of Tymor Park's benefactor, linking her family to the library's heritage.
- Town of Union Vale Government — Town Board authorized the library and appointed trustees to oversee its development.
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-Driven Facility Developmentmethodology: community_funded_facility_renovationBy converting a town park barn into a public library through community donations and input, the organization creates a locally owned, intergenerational community hub because community-led development fosters stronger engagement, cultural relevance, and long-term sustainability.
- Donor Engagement Through Recognition and Tax Efficiencymethodology: tax-efficient givingBy offering permanent physical recognition and tax-efficient giving options—including memorial gifts, engraved bricks, and donations of securities or vehicles—the organization increases donor contributions because these mechanisms lower barriers to giving and strengthen the emotional and financial incentives to support community infrastructure.
- Legacy and Identity-Based Community Engagementmethodology: legacy-driven community developmentBy anchoring the library in the Connors’ literary legacy and integrating local literary history, the organization strengthens community ownership and cultural relevance because shared identity and personal remembrance deepen emotional investment and participation.