The Foundation supports and enhances the mission of the St. Charles Public Library, which is to serve cultural, educational, informational, literary and recreational needs of the community. The Board of Directors is comprised of local residents who are concerned about maintaining a quality information and life-long learning resource for the community. All spending decisions and project selections are made by the foundation Board of Directors. I Already Pay Library Taxes. Our goal is excellence rather than just maintenance, so private giving is essential.
Technology is expensive.
The library is the gateway to the information superhighway for all citizens. The cost of books, magazine subscriptions, staff, and keeping the building open 69 hours a week is constantly escalating. The library is an accessible place where everyone can expand his or her social, cultural and educational horizons. Information professionals on the library staff serve as guides through the maze of highly specialized and costly sources now available. Consult with your tax adviser about the advantages and methods of contributing to the Foundation.