Poudre Libraries Trust

A nonprofit organization

$20,831 raised by 114 donors

100% complete

$20,000 Goal

EIN: 84-1517508

Libraries serve everyone! Strengthening community through exceptional and inclusive library service

The Poudre Libraries Trust supports the capital project needs of the Poudre Libraries. 

During the 2024 Colorado Gives campaign the Trust will be raising funds for TranslateLive ILA devices for all libraries and the outreach bookmobile. 

  • More than 10% of households in Fort Collins and the surrounding area speak a language other than English. The most frequently spoken languages in our Library District, after English, are Spanish, Arabic, Korean, and Mandarin Chinese.
  • The Library is actively working to remove language barriers and ensure meaningful language access to library services and resources. Our collection has print and digital materials available in a variety of languages. Many library programs are presented bilingually or include interpretation options. Important library communications are available in both Spanish and English.

 But there’s more we can do to serve our community and individuals with limited proficiency or who do not speak English.

  • Exceptional customer service begins with communication. The TranslateLive ILA device is an award-winning, real-time translation tool that will allow library staff to communicate with anyone in any language!
  • A customer simply speaks or types in their native language; the conversation is then instantly transcribed, shown, and voiced to library staff in the language of their choice. The 2-sided smart device offers over 200 languages and dialects and is fully accessible for deaf, hard of hearing, and blind customers (braille display).
  •  An ILA device improves communication and customer service, but it also does so much more. It ensures understanding and participation in library services for everyone while also building trust with culturally-diverse communities!

 Invest in your public library and create accessible and inclusive services for everyone.


Do you like to contribute with your time as well as your dollars? The Libraries Trust is recruiting new Board members! To indicate your interest and initiate the application process, email us at: donate@poudrelibraries.org 

Thank you for considering the Poudre Libraries Trust. We are so appreciative of your contribution as we work to create opportunities and build connections to strengthen our community!

Mission

Poudre Libraries Trust collaborates with Poudre Libraries and the Poudre River Friends of the Library to solicit and manage funds that will support the long-term expansion and enhancement of the Library District's equipment and facilities. Through your contributions, the Libraries Trust enhances the cultural, intellectual, and literary life in our shared community.

Background Statement

Poudre Libraries Trust was founded in 1999 by a dedicated group of library supporters. Trust board members, honorary board members and a small group of other private citizens committed start-up funds to establish the Trust.

The Trust has established a fund to ensure that the Poudre Libraries can respond to the increasing demands of an inquisitive, progressive and diverse information society.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Poudre Libraries Trust

other names

Poudre River Library Trust

Year Established

1999

Tax id (EIN)

84-1517508

Category

Arts, Culture & Humanities, Education, Science & Technology, Human Services, Youth Development, Public & Societal Benefit

Organization Size

Small Organization

Address

PO Box 1474
Fort Collins, CO 80522

Service areas

Larimer County, CO, US

Phone

970-221-6740

Email

donate@poudrelibraries.org

Website

http://www.PoudreLibraries.org/trust