Schlow Library Foundation
What is the Schlow Library Foundation?
The Schlow Library Foundation (formerly known as the Friends of Schlow Library) is made up of community volunteers who give their time because they love the Library. The Foundation provides crucial funding support for the programs and services at Schlow Library. This support is made possible by donations of all sizes to the Foundation by community members.
This also includes important advocacy, financial investment, and volunteer support for the Library, with an eye towards a sustainable future.
The Foundation is working to ensure that the Library services you cherish will continue without interruption through fundraising projects and outreach programs.
Donations to the Schlow Library Foundation are tax-deductible and make an immediate impact in your community. All donations made to the Foundation go directly to support the Library.
In short, Friends are The Foundation...YOU are The Foundation!
Sweatin' For Schlow Virtual 5K Sponsored by State College Downtown Properties, LLC and Lee Industries
This year's Summer Reading Program invites participants to "Color Our World". Get outside and explore all the colors of your world by joining us for the inaugural Sweatin' For Schlow Virtual 5K! At Schlow Library, we are where you are, wherever that may be. This event gives us an opportunity to come together as a community, enjoy nature, and kick off the Summer Reading Program.
It's easy to participate!
Register on the website by May 1st
Log your time between May 22nd and June 5th
Attach your photo(s) to be eligible for the award categories
Attend the IN-PERSON Sweatin' For Schlow Virtual 5K Reception on June 20th from 6pm-8pm in the Downsbrough Community Room (attendance at this event is optional)
Centre Gives May 14 & 15, 2025
Save the dates for Centre Gives on May 14 & 15, 2025!
Our Prize Hours this year are May 14 from 8am-9am and May 15 from 9am-10am. Your donations during those times help us earn even more prize money for the Schlow Library Foundation.
Are you interested in making qualified charitable distribution (QCD)? The Centre Foundation is now accepting those donations on behalf of the Schlow Library Foundation. QCD donations must be made by April 25.
Thank you. Donations to the Schlow Library Foundation ensure access to stories and information that provide a bright, colorful future for all.
Schlow Stories
Do you have a Schlow Story that you'd like to share? The Schlow Library Foundation Advocacy Committee is collecting stories from community members about what Schlow Library means to them. These stories will be used to celebrate National Library month. If you are interested in telling your story, please email us at foundation@schlowlibrary.org.
Schlow Library Foundation Board Members:
- Maureen Welesko, President
- Virginia Squier, Vice President
- Cathy Holsing, Treasurer
- Sharon Rovansek, Assistant Treasurer
- Mac Rayback, Secretary
- Nancy Chiswick
- Peg Hambrick
- Glenn Johnson
- Tom King
- Danielle Montler
- Lynn Petnick
- Jane Stanton
- Ruth Zipser
- Robin Barton, Liaison from Library Trustees
Questions
How do I make a donation?
Donations are accepted by mail, online, or in person at the Schlow Library Service desks.
Schlow Library Foundation
211 S Allen Street
State College PA 16801
What does my donation fund?
Donations to the Schlow Library Foundation provide funding for ALL of the programs and services that Schlow Library provides to our patrons. Storytimes, Book Clubs, and special events; are just a few of the programs funded by donations. Thank you!
When can I make a donation?
We welcome donations any time. The two main publicized fundraisers are Centre Gives in May and our annual year-end appeal in October. Donations are accepted at any time of year.
Is there a yearly membership?
No, unlike the previous Friends of Schlow Library, the Schlow Library Foundation does not have a membership program.
Thank you to our corporate sponsors State College Downtown Properties, LLC and Lee Industries.
