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Who we are:
The Foundation is committed to Building the Library’s future by embracing technology and advancing literacy. As a non-profit public benefit corporation. We are dedicated to assisting the Corona Public Library by strengthening its programs, and improving its service to the public.
The Foundation raises funds beyond those available through government revenues to enable the Corona Public Library to acquire collections, equipment and enrichments beneficial to the community. Moreover, through its guiding principles, the Foundation encourages understanding and appreciation of the Corona Public Library.
The three major areas targeted for funding by the Foundation include:
- Literacy services: Purchasing of materials to enhance the current Library’s collection as well as services and programs that promote the joy of reading for all ages
- Building for a Future: Enhancing our current facility and sustaining endowment efforts for a branch library to serve our growing community
- Technology services: Keeping the Library current with ever-changing technology needs
About the Board:
The Board of Directors of the Corona Public Library Foundation are individuals who evidence personal commitment to these principles through words and deeds and who have demonstrated a commitment to the values, mission and goals of the organization.
Board Members 2010 - 2011
Executive Board:
- Phyllis Russell, President
- Susie Rawson, President Elect
- Connie Newhan, Vice President
- Maria Smith, Secretary
- David Schneider, Treasurer
Board Members:
- Palbinder Badesha
- Denea Breitenbucher
- Joe Davis
- Gregg Holt
- Akbar Rizvi
- Len Enlow
- Yolanda Daly
- Dave Gordon
- Denise Seinturier
- Mike Reaume
Affiliate Members:
- Julie Fredericksen, Library Director
- Abigail Beronich, Library Division Manager
- Dave LaVelle, Library Trustee
History:
The Corona Public Library Foundation began as the Corona Literary Society, incorporated in 1981, with Stanley Reynolds as its first President. Since then, the Foundation has worked to enhance and support the programs and services of the Corona Public Library. The Foundation partners with members of the community to support the City’s Library through major gifts, endowments, planned gifts and fundraisers.
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