Hotspot Donor
$3,600 | This is the annual fee paid for the rental of 10 T-Mobile hotspots which patrons can take out on a 7-day loan program. Grant money has been used in the past but is no longer an option. Many people in our community lack internet connection. A hotspot offers a reliable WiFi connection. This service is free for patrons to use. |
Director's Choice
$2,500 | This fund will be used at the discretion of the Library Director and with the approval of the Board of Trustees to support new initiatives not currently budgeted. |
Processional Development
Supporter
$2,000 | Boost professional development opportunities for library staff throughout the year. |
Teen Program Supporter
$1,500 | The Library aims to collaborate socially in a responsible way. Teen resources are regrettably limited. Our goal is to give teens a reason to come to the library. Whether it’s laser tag in the Library or Teen Grab & Go Activity Kits, demand is always high. |
Children's Program Supporter
$1,500 | The Friends of the Lucy Robbins Welles Library generously support many of the programs for the Children’s Department. But, the Friends also do not have the resources to fund every program. Ad Hoc funding will help staff offset expenses to offer additional services for children. |
Adult Program Supporter
$1,500 | Adults and specifically, senior citizens, use the Library as a gathering place to meet and socialize with others. The Library offers programs throughout the year, most notably, book discussions, matinees at the movies, and guest speakers. There is never a charge for any of these opportunities even when refreshments are provided. Additional funding will allow us to expand programs and services for these lifelong learners. |
e-Publishing Supporter
$1,000 | Demand for e-Publications has outpaced the Collections budget provided annually by the Town. Hoopla, OverDrive, and the Libby app have revolutionized how libraries are able to offer digital resources to our patrons. Help the Library meet the needs of our online readership community. |
Multi-Language Learner Supporter
$1,000 | The Library seeks to support all of our residents with its library materials and digital resources. Our goal is to increase the collections for children, teens and adults who are new to the community and learning English as a Second language. |
Emerging Technology Supporter
$1,000 | Library technology continues to evolve as the formats, hardware and services change. We are seeking ad hoc funding to continue to be able to explore and offer the current technology (including AI and other digital resources) for our patrons to use. Librarians now serve as guides and facilitators, encouraging users to find answers on their own rather than providing ready solutions. |