Library Foundation
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The Library Foundation was established in 1997 to develop and manage an endowment fund created primarily through charitable contributions. The Foundation’s purpose is to provide additional funding for programs and services beyond what is available through the Library’s tax-supported base. Setting an initial goal of raising $200,000, the Endowment income will fund special Library programs and other services designed to respond to the interests and needs of the Mount Prospect Community. Highlights of Foundation Activities
Unbelievable Chocolate Raffle Ends on a Sweet Note
The Mount Prospect Public Library Foundation’s Unbelievable Chocolate Raffle wrapped up a twelve-day successful run with the drawing of winners on Sunday, February 14.
Winners of the chocolate-themed baskets are as follows:
- Michael McMahon of Des Plaines won Valentine Lovers
- Lori Soehn of Mount Prospect won Oscar-Worthy Chocolate
- Jim Zahrt of Mount Prospect won Bliss for Two
- Burt Schultz of Mount Prospect won Sweetest Basket Ever!
- Mary Scanlon of Mount Prospect won Bake Something Chocolate Tonight
- Tim Hirz ofMount Prospect won Gourmet Chocolates & More
- Susie Pilafas of Mount Prospect won Treats for Kids
- Joan Kotwica of Mount Prospect won Just Desserts!
- Joyce Helwig of Mount Prospect won Chocolate Treasure
- Paul Lyman of Arlington Heights won Will Work for Chocolate!
- Nick Fosco of Mount Prospect won Tools & Truffles
- Valsa Panikulam, Maureen Murray, Pat McNabb of Mount Prospect won Chocolate Times Three!
Congratulations to all our winners and many thanks to everyone who supported the raffle. All proceeds from the Unbelievable Chocolate Raffle benefit the Foundation, which raises funds for special programming and events at the Library.
Go Green!
Recycle your used electronics. It’s easy thanks to an ongoing program with Recycling Fundraiser and the MPPL Foundation.
The list of what we accept has just been expanded! Bring any of the following items to the Library and drop them in the bright pink collection bin near the Registration Desk:
- Cell phones – no chargers or accessories
- Laptop computers only
- Ink-jet cartridges – small enough to fit in the palm of your hand. No toner.
- Apple iPods
- Digital cameras
- Digital video camcorders
- Handheld game systems - Sony PSP handheld and Nintendo’s DSI, DS lite, DS original, Gameboy Advance, or Gameboy Color
- MP 3 Players – Microsoft Zune, Sandisk or Creative only
- GPS devices – Garmin, Mio, Magellan, and TomTom only
- Radar detectors – Escort, Beltronics, and Cobra only
- E-Book reader – Kindle, Sony, and Verizon iRex only
Since 2007, monies earned from Recycling Fundraiser have helped to support the Foundation in its ongoing mission of funding special events and other services at the Library.
Organization Profile
The Foundation is an independent, not-for-profit corporation organized and
existing under the Illinois General Not-For-Profit Corporation Act exclusively
for charitable, literary and educational purposes. Contributions to the Foundation are deductible under Internal Revenue Code
Section 501(c)(3).2009 Board of Directors:
President -- Katy Rossi
Vice President -- Burt Schultz
Treasurer -- Lillian Gerlach
Secretary - Jeff Pullen
The Mount Prospect Public Library Foundation seeks Volunteers
Want to make a difference in your community but cannot commit to a regular volunteer schedule? Consider helping the Mount Prospect Public Library Foundation. Your support for the Library Foundation allows the Library to continue to provide exciting programs and services not possible through public funding. If you are interested in helping out, please contact the Library at 847/253-5675 and ask for Administration.
