Foundation Endeavors | About the Foundation | Foundation Board of Trustees | Mission Statement | Supporting the Foundation | Additional Information
Foundation Endeavors


The Grape Gatsby white wine or Well Read red wine, may be purchased on-site at Grande River Vineyards or at Fisher’s Liquor Barn!
Mesa County Libraries Foundation
Established in 1994, the Mesa County Libraries Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit entity formed exclusively for the purpose of expanding library programs and services. Its primary function is to secure financial and in-kind donations to supplement local tax support.
The Foundation offers donors a reliable vehicle for tax-deductible contributions. Donors have the option to designate gifts to a program, service, or capital improvement. Capital restricted donations of $50 or more qualify for Enterprise Zone state tax credit.
Donations to the Foundation have benefited the 970West Studio, Words on Wheels, the bi-weekly book delivery service, the Literacy Center, Summer Reading, Comic Con, Culture Fest, the Discovery Garden, and more.
Mesa County Libraries Foundation is grateful for the continued support of its generous donors.
Oh, the things you can do thanks to Mesa County Libraries Foundation funds!
Current Foundation Board of Trustees
Steve Watson | President, Trustee at Large |
Jane Fine Foster | Vice President, Trustee at Large |
Laurie Cole | Secretary/Treasurer, Trustee at Large |
Elaine Barnett | MCPLD Trustee Liason |
Cindy Cyphers | MCPLD Trustee Liason |
Lin Irvin | Sustaining – Friends |
Jill Delavan | Sustaining – Palisade Auxiliary |
Sherrie Galloway | Sustaining – Plateau Valley Friends |
Trevor Johnson | Trustee at Large |
Cheryl Lucas | Trustee at Large |
Michelle Boisvenue-Fox | Library Director |

Back row, left to right: Cheryl Lucas, Lin Irvin, Trevor Johnson, Jill Delavan, Laurie Cole, Sherrie Galloway. Front row, left to right: Cindy Cyphers, Michelle Boisvenue-Fox, Jane Fine Foster, Steve Watson. Not pictured: Elaine Barnett
Mission Statement
Through its fundraising, the Mesa County Libraries Foundation supports, sustains, and enhances Mesa County Libraries’ efforts to enrich lives and build community.
Supporting the Foundation
The Foundation is an IRS 501(c)(3) organization, and contributions are tax deductible. Gifts of cash, stock, bonds, and bequests are welcome.
For more information about the Foundation or donating, please call Development Director Karen Kllanxhja at (970) 683-2438.
Additional Information
2019 Mesa County Libraries Annual Report
2018 IRS Form 990 report for Mesa County Public Library Foundation (PDF file)
For individuals, businesses, or funders who are looking for more specific information about the Mesa County Libraries Foundation and its status with Colorado state, please go to the Secretary of State’s website: www.sos.state.co.us. Once on the site, go to the Business and Licensing area, scroll down, and click on the Charity & Fundraiser Search link. A box will appear, type in “Mesa County Libraries Foundation” and click on the Search toggle. This will lead you to the state’s information that supports the official standing of the Foundation.