From the Director...
The economy has slowly begun to recover, but the fact remains that the Essex Library Association, like most other non-profit organizations, still truly needs your financial support.
Unlike the situation in most other Connecticut towns this is truly your Library. Although we receive a significant amount of money in the form of an appropriation from the Town of Essex each year, that contribution accounts for less than 50% of the Library’s funding.
The Annual Membership Appeal is one of the most important ways we raise revenue for the rest of our operating budget. Last year over 500 donors contributed more than $50,000 by becoming Members of the Library. To date, this year’s contributions to the Appeal have not kept pace with last year.
I know that many of us suffer from donor fatigue, but your support is critically important. If you’ve already sent in your Membership for this year – thank you! If not, or if you’ve never been a Member, please consider sending your gift soon. As always, we are very grateful for your generosity, which helps make it possible for us to do so much for you in return!
