Supporting Literacy in Solano County

SOLANO COUNTY LIBRARY FOUNDATION SEEKS four DIRECTORS

The Solano County Library Foundation (SCLF) is a nonprofit organization established more than 25 years ago to support the literacy programs of the eight Solano County libraries. Since the founding, SCLF has raised more than $5 million to fund programs and projects that are not funded by public dollars. The programs that we support include:

· Reach Out and Read (child literacy program)

· Tutor.com (on-line homework help)

· Adult Literacy and English as a Second Language

· Solano Kids Read (free book distribution for participating classes, grades 4-8)

The recruitment goal of the Solano County Library Foundation is to develop a Board of Directors that constitute a diverse geographic and demographic representation that can bring to their deliberation a variety of points of view and life perspectives. Skills and experiences are especially needed in the areas of civic and cultural awareness, finance, education, civic, legal, and economic development.

SCLF Board members are appointed to serve a two-year term. Board terms officially run January through December. Board members who are in good standing may be re-appointed to serve another two-year term.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF EACH BOARD DIRECTOR:

Support the Foundation’s mission and ensure that the mission drives all Foundation activities.
Support the goals and objectives outlined in Foundation plans developed by the Board of Directors.
Acquire a thorough understanding of the Solano County Library’s operations, needs, goals and how the Foundation helps to fill specific community needs.
Support and help implement the objectives of the Fund Development Plan, including:
1. Make a personal annual or monthly donation.
2. Participate and support all fundraising and donor cultivation events.

Participate in community activities on behalf of the Foundation.
Devote the necessary time to Foundation activities:
1. Attend all Board meetings. The Board meets on the second Wednesday of every month, except January (Retreat takes the place of a meeting), July and December.
2. Serve on at least one committee and regularly attend committee meetings.
3. Serve at least one complete two-year term.
4. Time commitments average 8 – 10 hours per month for directors. Additional time may be required for officers and committee chairs.

Ensure adequate resources to achieve the Foundation’s mission.
Develop, approve, and monitor the annual budget.

Interested applicants may contact the Solano County Library Foundation for more information at

707-421-8075, or solanolibraryfoundation@gmail.com. We are located in Fairfield, CA

WITH UNCERTAINTY ABOUT 2021 – OUR MISSION CONTINUES

During these uncertain times brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic, we hope that you and your loved ones are staying safe and healthy.

To ensure we do our part in protecting you, the Solano County Library Foundation is cancelling all of our in-person events and fundraisers during 2020, with a hold on 2021. Until then, be assured that our goal of “Lighting the Path to Literacy” continues with our support of Solano County Library’s Literacy Programs online. To illustrate these programs we have provided two videos which explain how both Reach Out and Read and Tutor.com work to benefit Solano County citizens.

Now, more than ever, Solano County Library Foundation needs its supporters to renew their financial gifts for the Foundation and its work. We hope that you continue to support our mission to create a brighter future for our community by supporting the literacy programs of the Solano County Library. To do so please click below, call (707) 421-8075 or send donations and memberships to Solano County Library Foundation, 601 Kentucky St., Fairfield, CA, 94533. Thank you for your generosity and continued support.

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Supporting Literacy in Solano County

Supporting Literacy in Solano County

SOLANO COUNTY LIBRARY FOUNDATION SEEKS four DIRECTORS

WITH UNCERTAINTY ABOUT 2021 – OUR MISSION CONTINUES

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