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2019 UPDATES: Many, many thanks to everyone who donated to Punxsutawney area organization during this year's Week of Giving. We at Punxsutawney Memorial Library appreciate the contributions made from folks near and far. This year, our totals included:
Donors Contributions: $2,235   |   Stretch Pool Funds: $125.60
Total Received: $2,360.60


Mark your calendars and watch for updates as the 4th annual Week of Giving will take place March 16-20, 2020! Missed the 2019 event and want to know what it's about? See below!

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The Week of Giving (March 18-22) is a fundraising event hosted by Punxsutawney Area Community Foundation and Bridge Builders Community Foundations. This year, community members can donate to 20+ Punxsutawney area nonprofits (over 100 total participating organizations throughout the Northwest PA region). Each tax-deductible donation is then partially matched by corporate sponsors, instantly stretching the value of each contribution beyond 100%.

Investing in Punxsutawney Memorial Library is investing in Punxsutawney and our surrounding communities. Join us during the 3rd annual Week of Giving to raise funds for literacy programs and initiatives at www.bbcfgives.org.

In 2018, Punxsutawney Memorial Library received ~14.5% in additional funds thanks to the the partial match of stretch pool funds:
Donors Contributions: $1,615   |   Stretch Pool: $236
Total Received: $1,851

UPDATE: 
There will be Week of Giving contests that allow participating organizations a chance to earn even more funds! (For these contests, Punxsutawney Memorial Library is classified as a small organization.) These contests run during the times listed below, and a $100 prize is awarded for each day to the small organization with the highest number of individual, unique donors.

Tuesday, March 19: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Wednesday, March 20: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Thursday, March 21: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Examples of unique donors: Two donors with the same name will be counted individually if they have different address. A husband and wife who life at the same address and use the same credit card will be counted individually because they have different first names.

To donate online: Minimum donation: $25 (per organization). Online donations qualify toward matching funds and potential prizes for organizations.
- Visit www.bbcfgives.org between Monday, March 18 (8 a.m.) - Friday, March 22 (5 p.m.).
- Select Punxsutawney Memorial Library. You can donate to multiple participating nonprofits and pay at one time.
- Check out to pay using a major credit card.
- You will receive a receipt by e-mail to the address given at checkout. To learn more about the safety and security of your online donations, check out the FAQ page at bbcfgives.org.
* For assistance with making an online donation to any participating organization, stop by the library during operating hours. Volunteers from participating organizations will be on hand to help you out!

UPDATE To donate by check: Minimum donation to activate match funds: $25

- Visit the library to donate to any participating nonprofits. Checks only, please.
Monday, March 18: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Tuesday, March 19: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Wednesday, March 20: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Thursday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. * Checks will not be accepted past 4 p.m. No exceptions.

Checks should be addressed:
To: Bridge Builders Community Foundations
Memo: Punxsutawney Memorial Library (and/or list any other nonprofits to which you're donating)
Check Date: March 18, 19, 20, or 21

* In the event of inclement weather, please call ahead to verify hours.

Punxsutawney Memorial Library works to serve area patrons and community members on a daily basis by providing free access to:
  • Information
  • Computers & Wi-fi
  • Literacy programs for early learning
  • Computer training for adults
  • Online resources available 24/7 for college and career prep tests, computer skills, car repair, genealogy, research, and more!
In 2018, 54% of our funding for programs and services came from the support of state aid and local municipalities. The remaining 46% of our expenses were fulfilled thanks to community support and grants.
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15,000

The number of times users connected to our free Wi-fi using their mobile devices in 2018
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Online Resources

We offer numerous online resources for homework help, college prep practice materials, car repair, genealogy, ebooks, digital magazines, and more. Just browse our site to find out!

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Computer Classes

Each month, we offer free computer classes for building technology and job skills (such as Microsoft Excel and Internet security) as well as computer help and tech support sessions.
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2,405

Attendance at our youth and adult programs throughout 2018
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Cruise Into
​Kindergarten

We help children "Cruise Into Kindergarten" by offering supplemental pre-k education programs for classroom readiness

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36,311

The number of items (books, ebooks, digital magazines, movies, puppets, and games) borrowed in 2018. Did you also know that the average cost of a new bestselling novel is $26.58?
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$41.37

Average cost of daily utilities at the library in 2018
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Adult Coloring Therapy

Mondays @ 12:30 PM &
Great relaxation program to share in conversation and creativity!
​For ages 18+.
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102

The number of years our library has provided programs & services to the surrounding communities

​December 1, 1916
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