Side Navigation
Skip Sidebar Navigation
Skip Sidebar Navigation
Last item for navigation
Skip Sidebar Navigation
Last item for navigation

Sierra Madre Library Foundation


The Next Chapter Is Another Great Story
Creating a 21st Century Library For Our Community

 

About Sierra Madre Library Foundation

Renovations

The Sierra Madre Library is embarking on a massive renovation to modernize the building through a grant from the state of California.  This grant only covers the structural changes and other renovations to the building itself, but not the furnishings, equipment and other items required for the resources and programs that make it special.  This is where you come in!  The Sierra Madre Library Foundation is raising money to equip the new library with furniture and technology that reflect the 21st century needs of our community.

Our Mission

The Sierra Madre Library Foundation's mission is to provide resources for the Sierra Madre Public Library through fundraising, relationship development, grantsmanship and corporate sponsorships.


Our Vision

The Sierra Madre Library Foundation works with the community and City of Sierra Madre to develop, furnish and equip a library facility that will provide a 21st Century community gathering place to house our library collection, preserve and provide access to our extensive historical archives and continue to provide a vital space for civic engagement for the next 50 years.


Who We Are

The Foundation is made up of volunteers from within the Sierra Madre community who wish to raise support for the many resources the library provides to our community.

Join Sierra Madre Library Foundation in Making a Difference

How Much Do We Need

The budget to fully furnish and equip the renovated Sierra Madre Library is $1.5 million. 


How Much Have We Raised

We are 60% towards reaching the campaign goal, thanks to the substantial contributions of the Friends of the Sierra Madre Library, Mary Tumilty Fund and Day Trust.  

We are grateful to the Rotary Club of Sierra Madre, Sierra Madre Community Foundation, Sierra Madre Historical Preservation Society, Kiwanis Club of Sierra Madre, and Sierra Madre Civic Club for their collective donations of $20,400 to the Sierra Madre Library Foundation!  

And we appreciate all of the individuals that have already contributed.


When Do We Need It

Renovations to the library are expected to be completed in early 2026.  We are now in the process of initiating orders for the furniture, fixtures and equipment needed to fill the library and make it a strong resource for our community.  We need your help now to raise the remaining funds needed for these items.


Suggested Donation Levels

Sierra Madre Library Foundation is soliciting donations at all levels. Please contact the Foundation for more details.

 

Donations at the following levels will receive individual recognition on a donor wall:

  • Mt Wilson Summit: $300,000
  • Manzanita Ridge: $125,000
  • Orchard Camp: $100,000
  • Jones Peak: $75,000
  • Sturtevant Falls: $50,000
  • Decker Springs: $25,000
  • First Water: $10,000
  • Trailblazer: $5,000
  • Adventurer: $2,500
  • Nature Walker: $1,000

What Will Your Donation Pay For

Funds raised will cover the purchase of all of the furnishings, fixtures and equipment needed in a library including, but not limited to: book shelves, tables, chairs, staff resources, computer and technology resources.  The renovated library will now have dedicated children's and teen's rooms, a maker space, a large community meeting room and a dedicated historical archive.


Nonprofit Giving

Sierra Madre Library Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization; federal tax ID 83-2315267.  All donations are tax-deductible.  Please consult your tax professional.