Nonprofit Category: Westchester
Profile
914.674.3600 | www.westchesterlibraries.org
Year established: 1958
Number of full-time employees: 25
Number of part-time employees: 10
Annual revenue: $6,645,400
Geographic service area: Westchester County
Terry L. Kirchner, PhD, Executive Director
TOP FUNDING SOURCES:
Government Support: 55%
Contributions 3%
Operational Revenue: 42%
“TD Bank is proud to be a leading corporate supporter of WLS, responding to Westchester’s rapidly changing needs.”
—Stephen Moroney, Senior VP TD Bank
SOCIAL MEDIA:
Facebook: @westchesterlibrarysystem
Twitter: @WestLibSys
OUR MISSION
To empower lives and communities by connecting people in Westchester with the resources and programs available through WLS and the member libraries.
HOW WE MAKE AN IMPACT
WLS works to provide cost-effective approaches for administrative and technology support, cataloging assistance, delivery of materials, training of library staff and trustees, and the sharing of digital resources. We do our work with a disciplined focus on equity, diversity, and access, which gives our outreach programs and member library activities the broadest reach and relevance. We are committed to providing services for the interest, information, and enrichment of all people in the communities we serve.
GIVING OPPORTUNITIES
Private donations leverage public library funds to expand outreach services for broader reach and greater impact. Whether through sponsorship, grants, individual gifts, donor advised funds, or a legacy gift, your support has measurable impact. Donate and learn more here: www.westchesterlibraries.org
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
WLS trained volunteer Study Coaches help adults earn their high school equivalency diploma. Using an online study program, Coaches guide and encourage adult students preparing for the GED exam. Meet your students in person or online. Your time is 2 to 3 hours per week for one or more students. If interested, email Pam at phoffman@wlsmail.org.
LEADERSHIP
District 1: Croton, Montrose, Yorktown / Karen Zevin, (President)
District II: Briarcliff Manor, Ossining Tarrytown / Jonathan Marshall
District III: Bedford Hills, Chappaqua, Katonah, Mount Kisco / Nishat Hydari
District IV: Lewisboro (South Salem), North Salem, Somers / Edris Scherer, (Treasurer)
District V: Armonk, Bedford Village, Mount Pleasant / Jennifer Kothari
District VI: Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry, Greenburgh, Hastings, Irvington / Susan Morduch
District VII: Harrison Purchase / Wes Iwanski
District VIII: Larchmont, Mamaroneck, Scarsdale / Maureen LeBlanc
District IX: Bronxville, Eastchester, Pelham, Tuckahoe / Catherine Draper
District X: Port Chester, Rye Brook, Rye City, Rye Town / Andrea Zuckerman Bober (Secretary)
District XI: White Plains / Denise Matthews-Serra District XII: Peekskill / Karen Kelley
District XIII: Mount Vernon / Julie Mills-Worthey
District XIV: New Rochelle / Francis J. Okelo (Vice President)
District X: Joseph Puglia
Terry L. Kirchner, PhD, Executive Director
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