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WESTCHESTER
LIBRARY SYSTEM
570 Taxter Road, Suite 400, Elmsford, NY 10566 | 914.674.3600 | www.westchesterlibraries.org
OUR MISSION
To empower lives and communities by connecting people in Westchester with the resouces and programs available through WLS and the member libraries.
Year established: 1958 Number of full-time employees: 23 Number of part-time employees: 9 Annual revenue: $6,932,509 Geographic service area: Westchester County
Terry L. Kirchner, PhD
Executive Director
TOP FUNDING SOURCES:
Government Support: 55% Contributions 3% Operational Revenue: 42%
Libraries store the energy that fuels the imagination. They open up windows to the world and inspire us to explore and achieve and contribute to improving our quality of life.
—Sidney Sheldon, 1917-2007, American writer and producer
SOCIAL MEDIA:
@westchesterlibrarysystem @WestLibSys
HOW WE MAKE AN IMPACT
WLS works to provide cost-effective approaches for administrative and technology support, cataloging assistance, delivery of materials, training of library staff and trustees, and the sharing of digital resources. We
do our work with a disciplined focus on equity, diversity, and access, which gives
our outreach programs and member library activities the broadest reach and relevance. We are committed to providing services for the interest, information, and enrichment of all people in the communities we serve.
GIVING OPPORTUNITIES
Private donations leverage public library funds to expand outreach services for broader reach and greater impact. Whether through sponsorship, grants, individual gifts, donor advised funds, or a legacy gift, your support has measurable impact. Donate and learn more here: www.westchesterlibraries.org
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
WLS trained volunteer Study Coaches help adults earn their high school equivalency diploma. Using an online study program, Coaches guide and encourage adult students preparing for the GED exam. Meet your students in person or online. Your time is 2 to 3 hours per week for one or more students. If interested, email Pam at phoffman@wlsmail.org.
LEADERSHIP
District 1: Croton, Montrose, Yorktown / Karen Zevin, (President)
District II: Briarcliff Manor, Ossining, Tarrytown/Alice Joselow
District III: Bedford Hills, Chappaqua, Katonah, Mount Kisco / Nishat Hydari
District IV: Lewisboro (South Salem), North Salem, Somers / Edris Scherer, (Treasurer) District V: Armonk, Bedford Village, Mount Pleasant/Anthony Amiano
District VI: Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry, Greenburgh, Hastings, Irvington / Susan Morduch District VII: Harrison Purchase / Wes Iwanski
District VIII: Larchmont, Mamaroneck, Scarsdale / Maureen LeBlanc
District IX: Bronxville, Eastchester, Pelham, Tuckahoe/Robert Cartolano
District X: Port Chester, Rye Brook, Rye City, Rye Town / Andrea Zuckerman Bober (Secretary) District XI: White Plains/Diane Tabakman
District XII: Peekskill / Karen Kelley
District XIII: Mount Vernon / Julie Mills-Worthey
District XIV: New Rochelle / Francis J. Okelo (Vice President)
District XV: Yonkers / Joseph Puglia
Terry L. Kirchner, PhD, Executive Director
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