Platteville Library Foundation purpose
The Platteville Library Foundation was incorporated in 1976 and encourages gifts, bequests, and endowments to the library.
Mission Statement: The Platteville Library Foundation exists to raise and receive funds for the support of the Platteville Public Library. The foundation supports capital expenditures, programming needs, one-time special collection purchases, and matching for grants. We also accept and manage designated gifts by donors.
Who runs the Platteville Public Library Foundation?
The Foundation Board consists of dedicated volunteers who meet bi-monthly to discuss investment, fundraising, and advocacy opportunities. Providing leadership are a President, Vice-President, Treasurer, and Secretary. Bylaws govern the board’s activities.
Current board members include:
- Tammy Black
- Jessica Fritz
- Ruth Hinzmann, Treasurer
- Lindsay Hollingsworth, Vice President
- Kelly Podach Francis, President
- Julie Pluemer
- Jessie Lee-Jones, Ex-Officio, Library Director
For more information
If you are interested in serving as a board member or assisting the Platteville Library Foundation in its fundraising efforts, please contact Jessie Lee-Jones, Library Director, 348-7441 ext 5 or foundation@ plattevillepubliclibrary.org or fill out and submit the application below.
Foundation Description and Application.
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Support the Library Foundation
To make a gift to the Platteville Library Foundation:
By mail: Platteville Library Foundation, P.O. Box 358, Platteville, WI 53818
In person: Monetary gifts via cash or check can be made at the Platteville Public Library.
Online: Make a safe and secure donation online through the Community Fund of Southern Wisconsin:
To learn more about opportunities for naming recognition, multi-year pledges, and how you can support the Foundation’s fundraising efforts, please contact foundation @ plattevillepubliclibrary.org or call 608-348-7441.