About the Grosse Pointe Library Foundation
We believe that strong libraries build strong communities
How We Got Started
The Grosse Pointe Library Foundation was established in 2004 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the services and ensuring the financial stability of the Grosse Pointe Public Library System.
Key Characteristics
- Effective advocacy for support of the Grosse Pointe Libraries
- Dedicated commitment to raising private donor funding
- Rigorous transparency, stewardship, and growth of all monies raised
- Outstanding public accountability and transparency with sustained public trust
Our Accomplishments
Gifts made to the Foundation have supported many programs, enhancements, and additions to the Grosse Pointe Public Library over the past 17 years.
Capital Projects
- Creation of the Ewald Branch
- Preservation of the Marcel Breuer designed Central Branch
- Preservation of the world class art housed at the Central Branch
- Purchase of a van to deliver books between branches and schools
- Construction of ADA compliant ramp at the Central Branch
- Creation of Central Plaza- an inviting and accessible open-air space at the Central Branch
Programs
- Books on the Lake
- Summer Reading Program
- Mini Libraries in all five Pointes
Staff Appreciation
- Holiday Celebrations
- PPE Purchase for Staff
“In the nonstop tsunami of global information, librarians provide us with floaties and teach us to swim.”
- Linton WeeksStaff and Leadership
Our Team
Beth Vernon, Executive Director
beth@gplf.org
313-640-4683
Paige Domzalski, Project Coordinator
paige@gplf.org
313-640-4683
Board of Directors
Andrea Abram, President
Paige Niehaus, Vice President
Annette Cataldi, Secretary
Chris Meyer, Treasurer
Mindy Barry
Greg Bowens
Prudence Cole*
Gary Colett
Roger Hull
Sandy MacMechan
John Minnis
Paige Peabody
Megan Conrad Sczygielski*
Andrew Spearman
*also serves as Trustee to the Library Board
“Bad libraries build collections, good libraries build services, great libraries build communities.”
– R. David LankesReports and Financials
Here you can find a selection of the Foundation’s latest documents in PDF format. Please click the button to download the document. For more information, please contact us.
Foundation Newsletter
Contact Us
Location:
10 Kercheval Ave.
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236
We are happy to answer any of your questions. Email us with any inquiries, or call 313-640-4683 for time sensitive matters.