Ruby M. Sisson Memorial Library Foundation

A nonprofit organization

The Library Foundation and the Ruby Sisson Library work together to determine where private funds can have the greatest impact for the children and adults of our community, partnering with those who share our belief in the transformational power of the Ruby Sisson Library.

Testimonials

"We are fortunate to have the Library down the street; a neighbor that simply can't be replaced by the internet. What a great joy for our kids to walk into a place of discovery when they walk through the doors of the Ruby M. Sisson Memorial Library." ~ Justin Cowan, Principal, Pagosa Springs Elementary School

"I believe the Library's PALS program is extremely important. We currently have several inmates working towards their GED and I truly appreciate the Library's willingness to help these inmates." ~ Rich Valdez, Archuleta County Sheriff

"You know we love our library. The first community contact that we made when we purchased our cabin was to come in for a library card. With a remote cabin location and having a small town, we were so pleasantly surprised by the collection and services that were available. And if they weren't, a wonderful staff member did their best to help get materials for us. My parents come to visit and always want to stop in for used books. What a treasure!" ~ Linda and Jim Lutomski

"Thank you - I really appreciate the spectacular service I get at Ruby Sisson and brag all the time about my Pagosa Library. It is probably the most responsive, community-oriented library I've ever used - and I've used a lot of libraries in my 73 years!" ~ Pat Devin

Mission

The mission of the Ruby M. Sisson Memorial Library Foundation is to support and enhance the Ruby M. Sisson Memorial Library by raising funds for information resources, programs, services, and facilities. The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization led by a volunteer board of directors and supported by individual donors and community partners.

Background Statement

The Ruby M. Sisson Memorial Library Foundation was formed in 2018 by a group of Pagosa Springs community members who wanted to ensure the future of the facilities and programs of the Ruby Sisson Library.

The Library Foundation provides critical support to the Ruby Sisson Library by:

*Enhancing high-caliber programs and services that nurture literacy, the imagination, and lifelong learning;

*Expanding the Library collection;

*Increasing the footprint of the Library.

The Library Foundation and the Ruby Sisson Library work together, in a strong partnership, to determine where private funds can have the greatest impact for the children and adults of our community. It does not raise money for day-to-day operations; instead, it complements the funding provided by property taxpayers to Archuleta County.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Ruby M. Sisson Memorial Library Foundation

other names

Ruby Sisson Library Foundation & Friends

Year Established

2018

Tax id (EIN)

83-1063172

Category

Community Improvement & Capacity Building

Organization Size

Large Organization

Address

811 San Juan Street PO Box 2045
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147

Headquarters

811 San Juan Street
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147

Mailing

PO Box 2045
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147

Service areas

Archuleta County, CO, US

Phone

970-264-2209

Fax

970-264-4764

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