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FRIENDS OF TUXEDO PARK LIBRARY INC
TUXEDO PARK, NY · EIN 473761195 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE B11 · Education · Micro (<$100K) · tuxedoparklibrary.org
revenue
$7K
expenses
$11K
net assets
$9K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

The Friends of Tuxedo Park Library is an organization that works to promote andstrengthen the Tuxedo Park Library as a vibrant cultural, educational, andintellectual asset to our community. The organization supports the Library throughvarious outreach and fundraising events that enhance and benefit library services,facilities and needs; special projects; and Librarys long-term goals.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Friends of Tuxedo Park Library supports the Tuxedo Park Library as a cultural and educational hub for the community. It promotes library services through fundraising and outreach efforts to enhance facilities, programs, and long-term sustainability. The organization operates in Tuxedo Park, New York, serving local residents with a focus on free public access to resources and lifelong learning.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

3D Printing Service
Public access to a 3D printer for creating lawful, non-commercial three-dimensional objects from digital files.
Children's and Adult Programs
Regularly scheduled library-sponsored events for children and adults, including story hours and educational activities.
Local History Research Assistance
Professional help and access to archives for individuals conducting local history research.
Museum Pass Program
Checkout of museum passes to provide community members with access to cultural institutions.
activities · 11 groups

What they do

  • Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 3 activities
    • Ensures accessible physical and operational infrastructure
      Operates the library with regular weekly hours, including extended evening hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays and seasonal Sunday hours. Maintains current and back issues of local and national newspapers in designated spaces and provides public access to a 3D printer.
    • Offers digital resources and online learning platforms
      Provides free digital access to eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, newspapers, and research tools through Libby, RCLS Overdrive, Universal Class, Mango Languages, Consumer Reports, The New York Times All Access, and JobNow (Brainfuse). Also offers online magazine subscriptions and access to digital periodicals.
    • Provides public lending library services
      Offers access to a collection of 27,852 library materials for loan, including books, digital downloads, and media. Provides full-service library cards to Town of Tuxedo residents, enabling borrowing from the Tuxedo Park Library and all libraries within the Ramapo Catskill Library System.
  • Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
    • Engages volunteers and governance committees
      Engages community volunteers to support library operations under staff supervision and involves committee members in strategic planning and organizational development, such as the creation of the 2021 strategic plan.
  • Library of Things Lending 1 activity
    • Lends specialized backpacks and exploration kits
      Offers adventure backpacks and themed lending kits including birding backpacks (with binoculars, trail maps, field guides), fitness backpacks (with hand weights, resistance bands, muscle roller, beginner weightlifting book), and meditation backpacks (with meditation prompts, Breathing Buddha, singing bowl, Forest Bathing book) to encourage outdoor and wellness activities.
  • Library-Provided Cultural Access Passes 1 activity
    • Offers museum passes and cultural access
      Provides museum passes for local cultural institutions to library cardholders, enhancing access to regional arts and educational venues.
  • Local History Archival Access 1 activity
    • Operates local history archives and research services
      Maintains an extensive historical collection of 400 books and over 8,000 archival materials related to Tuxedo Park and surrounding communities. Collects and provides access to books, maps, photos, scrapbooks, and other materials in the Local History Room. Offers professional support for local history research and image reproduction services for external use under fee-based requests.
  • Public Document Services 1 activity
    • Operates notary and document services
      Provides notary public services and offers photocopy, scanning, and fax services to the community at specified fees.
  • Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
    • Organizes fundraising and community engagement events
      Plans and conducts outreach and fundraising events such as book sales, raffles, and antique appraising programs to support library services, facilities, special projects, and long-term goals including technological upgrades like joining the ANSER consortium.
  • Low-Income Home Energy Efficiency Upgrades 1 activity
    • Provides home energy efficiency and technology support services
      Lends HomeBoost kits for no-cost home energy efficiency testing and offers free technology support through the Digital Navigators of the Hudson Valley program.
  • Public Access Technology Services 1 activity
    • Provides public technology and internet access
      Offers public computers, free wireless internet access, Wi-Fi hotspot lending, fax, copy, and scan services. Maintains a 24-hour book drop and allows electronic holds on materials beyond the local collection. Supports patrons with personal and professional research inquiries.
  • Accessibility Services for Cultural Programs 1 activity
    • Supports accessibility and assistive technology
      Provides wheelchair-accessible facilities and assistive devices such as noise-cancelling headphones, large print keyboards, magnifiers, and ball mice. Public workstations are equipped with accessibility software including Magnifier, Narrator, and On-Screen Keyboard. Offers access to the New York State Talking Book and Braille Library and maintains a collection of 339 large print books.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Facilitates community programs and educational outreach
      Hosts ongoing programs for children and adults, including story hours, parenting workshops, summer programming coordinated with the Town Recreation Department, and technology training. Partners with the school district and PTA to promote reading, local history, and technology literacy.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$7K
Contributions & grants$7K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$11K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$11K
balance sheet
Total assets$9K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$9K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue 0.0%
relationships · 15

Who they work with

  • ANSER consortium Network — Member of an automated circulation consortium enabling shared library system functionality.
  • Digital Navigators of the Hudson Valley Partner — Collaborates to provide free technology support services to the community.
  • Hudson River Valley Heritage Partner — Collaborates to provide digital access to historical materials through the Hudson River Valley Heritage platform.
  • New York State Talking Book and Braille Library Partner — Provides access to a specialized collection of audio and braille materials for patrons with print disabilities.
  • RCLS Government — Collaborates with RCLS, whose executive director participated in the strategic planning process.
  • Ramapo Catskill Library System Network — Member library enabling direct access borrowing privileges within the system.
  • Ramapo Catskill Library System Network — Member library providing shared access to resources across 47 public libraries in multiple counties.
  • Ramapo Catskill Library System Network — Member of a cooperative library system providing shared access to collections and interlibrary loan services.
  • Ramapo Catskill Library System Network — Member of the Ramapo Catskill Library System, enabling shared access to resources and services.
  • Regents of the University of the State of New York Government — Chartered by the Regents of the University of the State of New York.
  • Rockland County Library System Government — Collaborates with the Rockland County Library System, as indicated by the shared email domain used by library staff.
  • South Eastern Access for Libraries Network — Participates in the South Eastern Access for Libraries (SEAL) consortium to expand resource access.
  • Town Recreation Department Partner — Coordinates summer programming and shares resources with the library.
  • Tuxedo Park Library Partner — Primary beneficiary and operational partner of the organization's support and fundraising efforts.
  • Tuxedo Union Free School District Government — Geographically proximate public institution located in the same community.
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 as Hub for Lifelong Learning
    methodology: community-centered_library_support
    By positioning the library as a cultural and educational hub with inclusive access to resources, the organization fosters lifelong learning and community engagement because shared intellectual and cultural spaces strengthen civic participation and individual development.
  • Hybrid and Expanded Access Model
    methodology: hybrid-public-engagement
    By offering hybrid meeting access, extended operating hours, and digital navigation support, the library increases public participation and equity in access because flexible modalities accommodate diverse community needs and reduce barriers related to time, ability, and technology literacy.
  • Inclusive and Universal Access Framework
    methodology: universal_access
    By ensuring physical and technological accommodations for people with disabilities and maintaining a safe, welcoming environment for all ages, the library promotes equitable participation because accessibility and safety are foundational to sustained community engagement.