Library Spring FUNdraiser 2024–Sponsorships
February 2024
Dear Library Supporter,
The William Jeanes Memorial Library and Nicholas and Athena Karabots Center for Learning is holding its annual FUNdraiser, “An Evening with Your Neighbors,” on Saturday, April 13, 2024.
We’re looking forward to gathering in the library again, and are planning an event that will maximize exposure to our beautiful space, while attendees enjoy literature-themed wine pairings! This year, we’re raising funds specifically to acquire and replace furnishings. Over the past twelve years, we’ve held thousands of programs from storytimes to book club to crafts, lectures, movies, and a weekly drop-in program for teens. Patrons enjoy the opportunity to gather, work, study, play, and learn throughout our library, and it’s taken a toll on the tables and chairs.
As an independent 501(c) non-profit, the Library is dependent on fundraising to meet our current goals and set new ones. We’ve achieved Gold Star status with the Pennsylvania Library Association, recognizing the emphasis on literacy—in its many forms—through all of our programming, and we are spending this year reconnecting everyone with our material through new bookclubs, reading challenges, and special events.
Our last wine and cheese Fundraiser was very successful—with increased attendance and a third more raffle tickets sold! We hope that whether you have supported us in the past or are new to this community event, you will participate in one or more of the following ways:
- Becoming an Event Sponsor
- Donating food or gift cards, or other items needed to make the evening a success
- Contributing a basket for our Raffle
We encourage you to review the enclosed form and select a sponsorship opportunity to demonstrate your support of the Library and its mission to be “a resource center which serves the diverse and changing needs of the community by providing materials, programs, and services for education, enrichment, and enjoyment.” The goals are modest, but the benefit of having your name in front of all of these members of the community, plus throughout the summer as a Sponsor, is enormous!
On behalf of the William Jeanes Memorial Library Board of Directors and the Fundraising Committee, thank you for your consideration and support.
Lisa A. Clancy, MLS
Director
610-828-0441 lclancy@mclinc.org
Thank you for your support of our ongoing mission to be a resource center that serves the diverse and changing needs of the community by providing materials, programs and services for education, enrichment and enjoyment. There are many ways to support our efforts!
- SPONSOR:
Yes, I/we would like to sponsor the Library’s Spring FUNdraiser!
Please check desired sponsorship level:
□ Bestseller @ $5,000—Event sponsor: name and logo throughout the event and PR; top of Sponsor Board at event entrance; website homepage and newsletter listing through summer 2024; Nameplate in New bestseller; 4 tickets to event.
□ Classic @ $2,500—Wine sponsor; name and logo throughout the event and PR; prominent placement on Sponsor Board at event entrance; website and newsletter listing through summer 2024; Nameplate in New bestseller; 4 tickets to event.
□ Fiction @ $1,000—Tasting Station sponsor; name and logo with food throughout event and PR; prominent placement on Sponsor Board at event entrance; website listing through summer 2024; Nameplate in New bestseller; 2 tickets to event.
□ Poetry @ $500—Music Performer sponsor at event; name and logo on Sponsor Board at event entrance; website listing through June 2024; Nameplate in New bestseller;
□ Mystery @ $250—A Table sponsor at event; name and logo on Sponsor Board at event entrance; website listing through June 2024; Nameplate in New bestseller;
□ Romance @ $100—Name and logo on Sponsor Board at event; website listing through June 2024;
SPONSORS: Please download the form here: Sponsor Raffle InKind packet 2024, fill it out, and return with your check by FRIDAY, MARCH 15.
You may also apply ONLINE here.
Send logos (jpeg or pdf) to Tbalcer@mclinc.org Visit us online at www.jeaneslibrary.org to donate online.
2) RAFFLE BASKETS:
Would you or your group—from a local organization to your home book club—consider contributing a basket or large new item for our Raffle? (Value of at least $50.) In the past we have had raffle items of everything from original art to handmade crafts, local restaurant and small business gift certificates, to tours and personal services. Please contact Lisa Clancy at the number below if you would look to donate a basket, or the funds to cover one. We are happy to offer thematic suggestions if needed!
*Baskets or items should be delivered to the Library by 3/8/24. Please leave them to the attention of Tiffany Balcer, Operations Manager.*
3) IN-KIND DONATIONS:
We are also seeking donations of gift cards for refreshments and for raffle baskets, as well as appetizer and dessert trays. Glassware, tablecloths, and fresh centerpieces are all needed as well.
Anticipated guest count is over 100 attendees.
Please contact us to arrange delivery or pick-up on Friday, April 12, or Saturday, April 13.
Our Tax-Exempt Certificate is available upon request. A letter acknowledging all donations will be sent after the event.
Advance tickets to the event go on sale March 1st ($40 per person.) Price increases on April 1st ($45 per person.)
Questions? Call Lisa Clancy at 610-828-0441 ext. 108, or email LClancy@mclinc.org
