Why are Monetary Donations Important?

In order to receive supplemental funding from the state each year, public libraries must first meet standards for state-aided public libraries. Somerset County Library must receive and spend at least $5.00 per capita for the population of our service area in “local financial effort” annually to avoid a reduction or loss of state funding support the following year. Donations like yours help Somerset County Library and our Conemaugh Township Library branch meet this requirement each year. Your donation is partially matched by funds received through state aid, increasing the impact of your giving.

Being able to show a healthy level of local financial support also demonstrates that our libraries are important to the people that they serve. This assists us in applying for additional grants to help support our collections, programs, services, and special initiatives.

You can make a donation online through our secure form at:  https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/iPRPUnXOlUkeK4400CJIvA