Glenview Public Library Foundation

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The Glenview Public Library Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit fundraising and community outreach organization formed to promote the goals of the Glenview Public Library.  Our mission is to encourage private funding from the community to expand programs and services that aid the Glenview Public Library in enriching access and inclusivity, and accelerating individual growth.

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If you are interested in learning more about the Glenview Public Library Foundation and ways to get involved, please contact us at GPLFoundation1930@gmail.com.

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Foundation Awards Its First Grants

The Glenview Public Library Foundation, formed to grow community engagement, ensure access and inclusion, and create opportunities for individual growth, is proud to announce its first set of grants.

The grants support programming developed by Library staff outside the scope of the current budget.

• 33-1/3 Series ($1,000) creates programs with authors whose books focus on an album contained in the Library’s new vinyl LP collection.
• Pop-Up Summer Programs ($6,000) allows the Library to create outdoor programming; just in time for good weather and the ability to resume safe, in-person activities.
• Summer Reading Program (up to $3,300) provides communication support to re-energize participation in the Library’s long-standing Summer Reading Program.

The Foundation also approved an investment of $7,000 to expand Glenview Reads Together, an annual community-wide reading program. The gift supports book discussions, activities, and lectures during the month-long event.

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History of the Foundation

The Glenview Public Library Foundation was incorporated in January 2008 for the purpose of raising funds in support of the current library building which opened in 2010, raising nearly $1,000,000 in the effort. The Library’s Board of Trustees served as the original Foundation Directors. The Foundation remains the primary fundraising arm of the library.

In 2019, the Trustees authorized an extensive networking and recruiting process to revitalize the Foundation, and in November of that year the current GPLF Board of Directors was elected.

The mission of the Foundation is to encourage private funding from the community to expand programs and services that aid the library in enriching access and inclusivity, and accelerating individual growth. Our aim is to enhance the Library’s ability to continuously develop and reinvent programs, services, and collections in concert with its strategic plan. We are committed to building awareness of the Foundation, engaging with the community to support the Library, and collaborating with GPL staff to identify the best uses for Foundation funds.

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Foundation and Friends

The Glenview Public Library is fortunate to have both a Foundation and a Friends organization. Have you ever wondered about the difference between the two? While their functions and goals are different, both are essential to supporting our thriving Library.

Glenview Public Library Foundation

The Glenview Public Library Foundation works to raise funds from the community to provide grants for specific programming and resources that are in line with the strategic plan, but outside the existing budget. Grants are developed by library staff, and can be used to expand a specific collection, create a new program, invest in technology used by patrons, or support outreach to a specific demographic group within the community. Ultimately, Foundation grants should encourage community engagement with the library in support of individual growth and learning.

Friends of the Glenview Public Library

The Friends of the Glenview Public Library is a volunteer organization that operates the Irene Overman Kreer Used Book Store. All funds raised through book sales are given to the Library’s general gift fund and are used to support ongoing operations and programs. In addition, the money raised by the Friends also funds scholarships for students from Glenbrook South High School pursuing an English major.

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GPL Foundation Board Members

Personal Profiles

Jackie Lutz, President
Jennifer Case, Secretary
William Macfadden, Treasurer

Allan Ruter, Ex-officio Member
Kathy Davis Vega, Ex-officio Member

The Foundation Board welcomes the public’s feedback. Please send your comments or suggestions to GPLFoundation1930@gmail.com

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