Library reports $62,142 raised for mobile library; $40,000 Oregon Community Foundation grant pending

Staff reported that as of Nov. 20 the mobile-library fundraising and grants totalled about $62,142. "Our fundraising and grant totals were about $62,142," the Staff member said, citing a $25,000 grant from the Roundhouse Foundation, $10,000 from the Ford Family Foundation and $750 in business donations (Clackamas County Bank $500 and Scenic Fruit $250), plus restaurant fundraisers that raised $1,643.23.

Staff also reported roughly $23,500 in individual donations and that an Oregon Community Foundation grant application for $40,000 remained under review. To raise additional funds the staff outlined a proposed spring casino night (vendor quote about $2,400 for services, expected 50–75 attendees, and suggested $800 sponsorship levels) and additional bingo events; staff said event sponsors and prize donations would be sought and suggested offering a $5 ticket discount for library cardholders to encourage registrations.