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3 people are interested
Board Member
ORGANIZATION: ARDMORE FREE LIBRARY
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3 people are interested
The Board of Trustees of the Ardmore Library is a hands-on, working Board that engages the community in its planning, execution of ideas, policy and fiduciary responsibilities. Once-a-month Board meetings take place from September-June, although special assignments may be carried out in the summer months. Board Members must live and/or work anywhere in the Lower Merion Township. We are seeking Board Members who enjoy working in a collaborative, "can-do" atmosphere and preferably with the following skill sets:
Fundraising: Provides expertise to and leads the Board in the Annual General Fund campaign and other fundraising events. Preferred experience: Professional or volunteer work in community non-profits; knowledge of and experience in community fundraising techniques; excellent communication skills; project management relating to event planning.
Grant writing: Develops grant proposals for the enhancements to Library's programs.
Web Developer: Provides oversight for the Library’s social media and web presence. Requirements: knowledge of web site development, security, optimization for search engines and design.
Marketing: Works with Board to raise awareness of the Ardmore Library. Requirements: digital marketing expertise; strong writing and communication skills; event planning and management.
Accounting/Finance: Works with the Treasurer to ensure that the Board fulfills its fiduciary responsibility.
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About ARDMORE FREE LIBRARY
Location:
108 ARDMORE AVE, ARDMORE, PA 19003, US
Mission Statement
We provide free public library service in the Township of Lower Merion; build and maintain the best possible collection of library materials, both print and non-print, and organize it for ease of access; serve the community as a center of reliable information; encourage literacy and learning through access to library materials and digital media; and support the educational, civic, and cultural activities of groups and organizations in the Lower Merion Township community.
Description
The Ardmore Library began through the efforts of the Women's Club of Ardmore in 1899 with six dollars, 300 books and a rented room. Today, we welcome over 90,000 visitors a year from all over the Main Line. We are heavily engaged in fulfilling our goal to build an educated workforce, so crucial to those who want and need to learn English and finish their education.
The Ardmore Library is a busy and productive place. Despite being located in the affluent Lower Main Line, our niche in the Library system has been to spend much of our staff time and financial resources on early learning and literacy. Even in this age of technology, not everyone can afford to have a computer, or may not have the funds to be able to afford access to the databases that will help them find a job, or research a school project, or even know where to begin looking for information. The Ardmore Library provides up-to-date resources for the community. In 2018 we provided:
- Toddler Story Time and Crafts - 93 story hours serving 2,744 participants
- Children’s’ programs - 49 programs in the library serving 708 youth; 3 school visits reaching 660 youth
- Adult programming - 90 programs (13,500- internet sessions) - 354 participants. Recurring programs include 1 st Wednesday Book Club, Knitters group as well as one-time presentations.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Ardmore Free Library108 Ardmore Ave.Ardmore, PA 19003
DATE POSTED
July 28, 2020
SKILLS
- Marketing Strategy & Planning
- Web Design
- Social Media / Blogging
- Fundraising
- Community Outreach
- Accounting
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Attendance at Board Meetings, once a month (2 hours each.) Special assignments, such as working on a Program or Fundraising Committee may require additional hours.