Patterson Library

Organization Overview

Patterson Library is located in Westfield, NY. The organization was established in 1945. As of 12/2021, Patterson Library employed 14 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Patterson Library is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.

For the year ending 12/2021, Patterson Library generated $908.3k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 21.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $361.1k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 1.4% per year over the past 6 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

TO ADVANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN THE COMMUNITY OF WESTFIELD BY PROVIDING UNRESTRICTED ACCESS TO INFORMATION AND BY OFFERING MATERIALS GEARED TO USER WANTS AND NEEDS.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

PATTERSON LIBRARY PROVIDES FREE AND EQUAL ACCESS TO BOOKS, PERIODICALS, REFERENCE MATERAILS AND OTHER MATERIALS FOR CHECKOUT TO RESIDENTS IN LIBRARY'S SERVICE AREA. IN ADDITION, WE PROVIDE ONLINE ACCESS TO MILLIONS OF VOLUMES OF REFERENCE MATERIALS THROUGH SUBSCRIPTION DATABASES THAT WOULD NOT BE ACCESSIBLE IN THIS AREA. THE LIBRARY OFFERS 15 PUBLIC COMPUTERS WHICH GIVE USERS FREE AND EQUAL ACCESS TO THE INTERN. WIRELESS INTERNET SERVICE IS ALSO AVAILABLE.


PATTERSON LIBRARY PROVIDES FREE PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS TO ENCOURAGE LIFE LONG LEARNING, PROMOTE CULTURAL AND ARTISTIC ENRICHMENT, DEVELOP PRACTICAL SKILLS AND TO HELP INDIVIDUALS REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. WE ALSO CONTINUE TO OFFER COMPUTER CLASSES FOR SENIORS AND ONE-ON-ONE HELP FOR ANY USER WHO NEEDS A LITTLE EXTRA TECHNOLOGY HELP.


THE LIBRARY PROVIDES CRITICAL YOUTH SERVICES TO ENCOURAGE LITERACY, LIFE SKILLS, COMPUTER EXPERIENCE AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF A SELF-MOTIVATED LOVE OF LEARNING IN CHILDREN FROM INFANTS TO TEENAGERS. PATTERSON LIBRARY GIVES SCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN A SAFE, POSITIVE AND EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS AND AFTER SCHOOL HOURS. OUR SUMMER READING PROGRAMS KEEP THE CHILDREN OF WESTFIELD AND SURROUNDING AREAS EXCITED ABOUT READING AND LEARNING THROUGH WEEKLY SPECIAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITY SESSIONS THAT HELP RETURN THEM TO SCHOOL PREPARED FOR THE YEAR AHEAD. AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES PROVIDED AT THE LIBRARY INCLUDE STORY TIMES, STEAM LESSONS, CRAFTS, GAME DAYS AND FAMILY MOVIES. SUMMER PROGRAMS INCLUDE STORY TIMES, BOOK DISCUSSIONS, SPECIAL GUESTS, WRITING WORKSHOPS, AND ART WORKSHOPS.


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Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$61,123
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $479,132
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$7,480
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$547,735
Total Program Service Revenue$2,961
Investment income $39,440
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $298,408
Net Income from Fundraising Events $19,747
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $908,291

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Patterson Library has recieved totaling $13,051.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Chautauqua-Cattaraugus Library System

Jamestown, NY

PURPOSE: MEMBER LIBRARY

$10,551
Pcsb Community Foundation

Yorktown Heights, NY

PURPOSE: CHARITABLE SUPPORT

$2,500
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Endowment Analysis

Beg. Balance$3,278,575
Earnings$637,235
Admin Expense$25,679
Other Expense$134,000
Ending Balance$3,756,131

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