named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Andes Garden Tour
Annual self-guided tour of local private gardens, serving as a major fundraiser for the library
CROP After-School Sessions
Weekly after-school program for children in grades K–5 focusing on reading, crafts, and learning activities
LitWits Adult Book Club
Monthly book discussion group for adults, meeting on the first Thursday of each month
Storytime and Toddler Playtime
Regular early literacy programs for young children and caregivers
Summer Reading Program
Annual summer program encouraging reading among children and adults, featuring themed activities and events
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 2 activities
- Lend library materialsProvides lending services for adult and children's books, DVDs, and interlibrary loan materials. In 2024, circulated 1,906 adult books, 423 children's books, 746 DVDs, and facilitated 3,000 outgoing and 812 incoming interlibrary loans.
- Operate public library facilityOperates a public library in Andes, NY, providing free access to books, research materials, digital resources, and community space. The library has served residents since 1918 and completed major infrastructure upgrades in 2020 to improve accessibility and systems.
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Literary Events & Workshops 1 activity
- Host educational and cultural programsOrganizes and hosts a variety of programs for all age groups, including workshops on Tibetan Buddhist art, outdoor Shakespeare performances, book clubs, Mah Jongg sessions, CROP groups, summer reading, and community events such as tea parties, bake sales, and annual parties.
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Public Access Technology Services 1 activity
- Provide public technology and internet servicesOffers free Wi-Fi in multiple locations including the gazebo, porch, and parking lot; provides public computer access with internet filtering compliant with CIPA, time limits when needed, and privacy safeguards. Also offers printing, copying, scanning, and fax services, with fees for printing.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Support community engagement and lifelong learningProvides meeting space for community groups and offers programs designed to strengthen the community and support lifelong learning, consistent with its mission to serve all residents of the Town of Andes.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Report library usage and operationsTracks and reports annual statistics including 4,264 visitors, 362 registered cardholders, and 66 programs with 513 attendees in 2024, as well as digital usage trends such as a 50% increase in digital usage in 2025.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$83K
Contributions & grants$73K88%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$2250%
Other revenue$10K
expenses
Total expenses$87K
Program expenses99%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$45K
Grants paid out—
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$383K
Cash$20K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$383K
Liquid reserves2.7 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +12.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 5
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| CAROL FONTAINE | LIBRARIAN | 20 | $12K |
| CAROL L FONTAINE | LIBRARIAN | 25 | $12K |
| JESSLYN CLEARY | LIBRARIAN | 8 | $8K |
| TAMI JAEGEL | LIBRARIAN | 7 | $6K |
| MAGGIE REINMAN | TREASURER | 5 | $3K |
board members · 3
- KAREN BORNARTH — TRUSTEE
- LINDA LEDERMAN — TRUSTEE
- THOMAS NAVIN — TRUSTEE
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- 4cls.org Government — Shared email domain indicating affiliation with a library system or consortium.
- Andes Central School Partner — Hosts CROP Groups at the school location.
- Four County Library System Network — Member library within the Four County Library System.
- Four County Library System Partner — Provides electronic resources to ANDES PUBLIC LIBRARY.
- Mee Foundation Funder — Provided funding for the 2020 construction project to improve accessibility and infrastructure.
- NOVELny Government — Statewide public information network that supports access to electronic resources for New Yorkers.
- New York State Board of Regents Government — Granted provisional and absolute charters in multiple years, including approval of an amended charter in 2004 and 2006.
- New York State Construction Authority Funder — Provided grant funding for major renovations in 2008–2009.
- O'Connor Foundation Funder — Funded a 1973 expansion, 2008–2009 renovations, and a 2020 construction project.
- Roshan Houshmand Partner — Partner instructor leading a lecture and workshop on Tibetan Buddhist art.
- State Library Construction Aid Program Funder — Provided funding for the 2020 construction project to improve accessibility and infrastructure.
- Town of Andes Government — Contracted with the library since 1973 to provide services to all town residents; provides building and maintenance support.
strategies · 2
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-Centered Lifelong Learningmethodology: lifelong-learning-inclusionBy providing free, inclusive access to educational programming, technology, and shared cultural spaces, the library fosters lifelong learning and strengthens community cohesion because participation in accessible, locally relevant activities promotes sustained engagement and collective identity.
- Promotion of Independent Critical Thinkingmethodology: patron-driven_evaluationBy empowering patrons to use personal judgment when evaluating online information, the library strengthens information literacy and autonomous learning because fostering individual critical thinking builds long-term capacity for responsible digital engagement.