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Supporting Literacy in Solano County

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Supporting Literacy in Solano County

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VIRTUAL AUTHORS LUNCHEON

   

  

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Solano County Library Foundation’s major fundraiser--the annual Authors Luncheon. Because of the Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent cancellation of in-person events, November 1st will instead mark the first Virtual Authors Luncheon featuring the return of some of our favorite authors who have participated during previous years, in a new, exciting and safe format.  Get more info at   Virtual Authors Luncheon    


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authors luncheon goes virtual!

 This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Solano County Library Foundation’s major fundraiser--the annual Authors Luncheon. Because of the Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent cancellation of in-person events, November 1st will instead mark the first Virtual Authors Luncheon featuring the return of some of our favorite authors who have participated during previous years, in a new, exciting and safe format.  Find out how to join in the virtual celebration which will be held at 1:00 p.m. on November 1st, 2020, by visiting this website. Content will be available soon.


Our authors to date: Sheldon Siegel is the New York Times, USA Today and #1 Amazon Bestselling Author of the Mike Daley/Rosie Fernandez series of critically acclaimed courtroom dramas featuring San Francisco criminal defense attorneys Mike Daley and Rosie Fernandez;  Ryan McCulloch is the Chief Artist & Designer and Co-Head Writer of Mutasian Entertainment, a children’s entertainment company and Suzanne Cotsakos is Co-Founder, President, and Co-Head Writer of Mutasian Entertainment. Suzanne was also Co-Founder and President of Tertiary Productions, an independent film production company. Tertiary Productions has produced award-winning web series, clay-animated shorts, corporate event videos, and short form documentaries. The authors’ books will be available for purchase as usual, and both live and silent auction items will be offered online as well.  Tickets to the event are $40 per person. Sponsor levels are to be determined.


The Solano County Library Foundation supports the Literacy Programs of the Solano County Library which includes Reach Out and Read, Tutor.com, Solano Kids Read, English as a Second Language, and Adult Literacy.  Help us in “Lighting the Path to Literacy” by participating in this new venture. Join us on November 1st!

SOLANO COUNTY LIBRARY FOUNDATION SEEKS TWO 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 

live events are cancelled for 2020 - but our mission remains

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.  We are working to bring you virtual events, so please check back on this website often.  It is our sincere hope that our normal fundraising activities can resume as usual in 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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Solano County Library Foundation Annual Report 2019

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Foundation Receives $10,000 Donation

  

The Solano County Library Foundation received $10,000 from Board of Directors member, Dr. Ash Varma in support of Reach Out And Read. Reach Out and Read gives young children a foundation for success by incorporating books into pediatric care and encouraging families to read aloud together.

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We ReachEd Our Matching Grant Goal!

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Thanks to all of you who generously donated to help us reach our goal.

 Your donations during this matching grant period and throughout the year help us to continue to support literacy activities in Solano County.

Solano County Women History Luncheon Committee Names Women of the Year

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Pati Navalta, author and anti-gun violence advocate is the 2019 Woman of the Year

In 2017, Navalta created the Robby Poblete Foundation in honor of her son, Robby, who was killed by gun violence in Vallejo in 2014. The nonprofit’s mission is to reduce gun violence through its gun buyback program, and transform the weapons into instruments of hope and opportunity through its art and vocational programs. In just under two years, the foundation has succeeded in getting nearly 1,000 firearms out of circulation, launched its Art of Peace program, which transforms the guns into art, in five cities, and has distributed more than $20,000 in apprenticeship scholarships to people from at-risk and high-risk populations. 



Help Support Literacy

Help us build and strengthen these programs  that support literacy in Solano County:

  • Reach out and Read
  • Tutor.com
  • Adult Literacy


Solano County Library Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Tax ID # 68-0342423.

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