There are many opportunities to support the north hastings public library, including programs, fundraising, special events, advocacy, board of trustees, friends of the library and more. There is a place for you!
Special thanks to the following individuals and organizations for supporting the north hastings public library:
- Town of Bancroft
- Township of Faraday
- Township of Limerick
- Ontario Library Service
- Ministry of Heritage, Sport Tourism and Culture Industries
- Community Futures Development Corporation of North and Central hastings and South Algonquin
- Volunteers
- Corporate & Private Donors
How we are funded
North Hastings Public Library has many levels of funding.
Base Funding:
- The Ministry of Heritage, Sport Tourism and Culture Industries provides an annual Public Library Operating Grant (PLOG) that we receive based on the submission of annual statistics.
- The Town of Bancroft contributes their PLOG and a large operational budget.
- The Township of Faraday has a contract for service with the library and also contributes their PLOG and an annual operational budget.
- The Township of Limerick has a contract for service with the library and also contributes their PLOG and an annual operational budget.
Value-Added Funding:
- Library board, staff and volunteers self-generate additional funds to enhance services and collections.
- Community contributions, grants, etc. support programs and materials not sustain in base funding.
Your Contribution:
Donation of time, funds or resources does impact our community service. Thank You for supporting North Hastings Inspiration Place.