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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. Unrestricted donations of $50 or more may qualify for Enterprise Zone state tax credit. Donors also have the option to designate gifts to a particular program, service, or capital improvement.
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
| Trevor Johnson | President, Trustee at Large |
| Jane Fine Foster | Vice President, Trustee at Large |
| Steve Watson | 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 |
| Laurie Cole | 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.
Donate Online:
Gifts of Stock (appreciated stock):
Gifts of appreciated stock offer tax benefits to the donor and create a bigger a bigger impact. To donate stock:
DTC Eligible Securities:
DTC Participant #: 2669
Agent ID#: 20290 Northern Trust
Institution ID#: 78500 Alpine Bank
Account #: 17-92314
Account Name: Alpine Bank
For Further Credit: Mesa County Public Library
Foundation Stock Receipt & A/C #60000588
Please contact Alpine Bank Wealth Management at 970-245-5627 with any questions about donating stock.
Donate by Mail:
To mail your tax-deductible gift, please print this form and send to:
Mesa County Libraries Foundation
443 North 6th Street
Grand Junction, CO 81501
ReFUND
You can use your state tax refund to support the library! When filing your taxes, watch for the ‘Donate to a Colorado Nonprofit Fund’ prompt. Use the Mesa County Library Foundation registration #20023003885 to donate all or part of your state tax refund to support Mesa County Libraries.
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.