Library seeking funds online
The Upland Public Library is attempting to raise $1,000 to provide students and teachers with resources they need for reading, research and curriculum supplements.
To help raise the money the library is participating in a new online fundraising program called Funds4Books, which is sponsored by Mackin Educational Resources, a school library and classroom vendor.
The online fundraiser will run through Nov. 30.
For every $25 donated, the library can purchase one or two new books that are ready to be shelved and checked out. The entire donation goes to the library.
To participate, donors can go to www.funds4books.com and log in to Upland Public Library's Funds4Books page with the code 3819.
From there they can donate in $10 amounts or more via credit card, e-check or check.
Those without computers or credit cards who wish to donate, the library will accept checks written Funds4Books with Upland Public Library in the memo line.
"We are so excited this new donation program is available for us to raise money to purchase books and other learning materials," said Ann-Marie Biden, youth services librarian. "The fact that 100 percent of every donations comes right to the library sets it apart from other fundraising programs and book fairs. It doesn't require staff or volunteer time and all the books are labeled and shipped for free."
Mackin Educational Resources, based in Burnsville, Minnesota, created the new Funds4Books program in response to nationwide school budget cuts and a struggling economy.
Mackin works with librarians to analyze their inventory and determine what additional books should be purchased to meet the needs of the library's patrons, according to a library news release.
"If everyone gives a little, we can reach out goal of $1,000," Biden said. "I can't wait to see all those smiling faces when the new books arrive."
For more information call Principal Librarian Maria Sunio at msunio@ci.upland.ca.us or call 909-931-4296.
