named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Art Classes
Offers art instruction programs for community members, reflecting the village's artistic character
Library Programs and Events
Provides a range of educational, recreational, and cultural programs and events for all ages
Local Artists’ Exhibits
Hosts rotating art exhibits featuring work by local artists
Performances
Presents cultural performances as part of its programming for residents and visitors
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 2 activities
- Offering temporary access to premium news contentProvides temporary 3-day online access to The Wall Street Journal, renewable by returning to the access link.
- Providing access to physical and digital library materialsOffers a comprehensive collection of physical and digital resources including books, magazines, DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, ebooks, streaming media, and online databases. In May 2026 alone, the library circulated 11,342 items to patrons.
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Pro Bono Legal Representation and Support 1 activity
- Connecting patrons to legal resourcesConnects eligible New Yorkers to volunteer attorneys for non-criminal legal questions through the Free Legal Answers program.
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Regional Library Resource Sharing 1 activity
- Expanding access through interlibrary collaboration and digital toolsEnables cardholders to access materials from 47 libraries in the Ramapo Catskill Library System via direct use or interlibrary loan. Also provides 24/7 access to digital content through Hoopla (3 borrows per month) and Libby, along with research databases such as JSTOR, EBSCO, and Kelley Blue Book.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Hosting educational, cultural, and recreational programsOrganizes and hosts a wide range of public programs including storytimes, book clubs, art classes, local artist exhibits, performances, concerts, and technology help sessions. In May 2026, 23 programs were hosted with a total attendance of 647 participants.
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Local History Archival Access 1 activity
- Preserving and sharing local historyMakes Piermont local history accessible through digitized collections of photos, postcards, and other historical materials available online.
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Accessibility Services for Cultural Programs 1 activity
- Promoting community engagement and accessibilityMaintains a fully handicapped-accessible facility with designated parking, ramps, and restrooms. Offers specialized programs such as “Tech Help for Seniors” launched in April 2026, and distributes newsletters to inform the public about library events, services, and news.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Supporting lifelong learning and academic successProvides free access to online learning platforms, test preparation resources, writing support, tutoring, and college application guidance. Resources include Khan Academy for SAT and professional exam prep, Purdue OWL for writing, Tutor.com for live tutoring, and Common App support for college applications.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Providing youth-focused digital resourcesOffers children safe and educational online access through KidRex.org, a filtered search engine, and curates a list of kid-friendly websites across subjects such as arts, math, history, and science.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$508K
Contributions & grants$453K89%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$53K10%
Other revenue$2K
expenses
Total expenses$489K
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$230K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.50M
Cash$50K
Investments$332K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$3.50M
Liquid reserves9.4 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue +19.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 9
- Anne OBrien — Director
- Ed Stanford — Secretary
- Kelly Ruby — Director
- Len Hunt — Director
- Mitch Eiss — President
- Sara Tucker — Director
- Shauna Wennerod — Vice President
- Tina Roeder — Director
- Victoria Panetis — Treasurer
relationships · 27
Who they work with
- Alexis Starke Partner — Local artist who co-led the quilt-making project with adult and youth groups.
- Amazon.com Partner — Provides links to Amazon.com Bestsellers for current popular titles.
- American Bar Association Partner — Provides access to the Free Legal Answers program for non-criminal legal assistance.
- American Library Association Network — Parent organization of the Association of Library Service to Children, which sponsors educational resources offered by the library.
- Association of Library Service to Children Network — Sponsoring organization of "Great Websites for Kids," a curated list of educational websites provided by the library.
- Barnes & Noble Partner — Provides access to New York Times Bestsellers list via Barnes & Noble.
- Common App Partner — Organization whose college application platform and related resources are promoted and supported by the library for student use.
- Hoopla Digital Partner — Supplies instant access to movies, music, eBooks, comics, and audiobooks.
- Khan Academy Partner — Partner organization providing free online test preparation and learning resources accessible through the library’s website.
- KidRex.org Partner — Partner organization providing a kid-friendly Google-powered search engine hosted through the library’s website.
- LARC – Library Association of Rockland County Network — Member of the Library Association of Rockland County.
- Library Association of Rockland County Partner — Collaborates on the Hudson River Valley Heritage project to digitize and share Piermont local history materials.
- Mango Languages Partner — Offers language learning resources accessible with a library card.
- National Book Critics Partner — Provides links to the National Book Critics for award information.
- National Book Foundation Partner — Provides links to the National Book Foundation for information on current book awards.
- NextReads Partner — Collaborates with NextReads to provide book recommendation newsletters to patrons
- Nobel Prize in Literature Partner — Provides links to the Nobel Prize in Literature website for award information.
- OverDrive (Libby) Partner — Provides digital book and media lending through the Libby app.
- PEN/Faulkner Foundation Partner — Provides links to the Faulkner Awards website for information on literary awards.
- Pulitzer Prizes Partner — Provides links to the Pulitzer Prizes website for information on current prize winners in literature.
- Purdue University Partner — Offers access to the Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL) for writing and research support.
- RCLS – Ramapo Catskill Library System Network — Member of the Ramapo Catskill Library System.
- Ramapo Catskill Library System Network — Member of the Ramapo Catskill Library System, enabling resource sharing across 47 libraries.
- Rockland County Library System Network — Member of the Rockland County Library System, participating in shared catalog and interlibrary loan programs.
- The Dennis P. McHugh Foundation Partner — Provided a $500,000 contribution toward the construction of the new library building.
- The Wall Street Journal Partner — Offers temporary online access to its content for library cardholders.
- Tutor.com Partner — Provides online academic and career tutoring services for library patrons.
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.
- Digital Inclusion for Aging Populations 159 orgsmethodology: digital_inclusion_for_agingBy offering targeted technology assistance to seniors, the library reduces digital isolation and builds user confidence, because age-specific support addresses skill gaps that otherwise exclude older adults from digital resources.shared approach: Low-Barrier, High-Engagement Access →
- Integrated Access Model 98 orgsmethodology: integrated_accessBy providing unified access to physical, digital, and experiential resources through a single library card, the library increases engagement and removes barriers to lifelong learning, because simplifying access reduces friction and expands participation across diverse user groups.shared approach: Community-Centered Learning →
- Needs-Based Programming 98 orgsmethodology: needs-based_programmingBy continuously identifying community needs to shape programs and services, the library ensures relevance and responsiveness, because aligning offerings with actual community demands increases utilization and impact.shared approach: Community-Centered Learning →