Hedgelawn Foundation to Offer Library Lovers Challenge
Judy Kohl, President of the Hedgelawn Foundation, has announced a challenge to the supporters of the Kent County Public Library (KCPL) to step up to the plate and participate in the "Love the Library" Campaign. The "Lovers" campaign was initiated in mid-September with an eye to reducing the library's outstanding debt and helping with the current cash flow.
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Although the campaign targets donors of $100 or more, donations of any amount help to put the library on sound financial footing. During the week of November 7 - 13, Hedgelawn will match donations up to a total of $1,500. "Let's see how many people will kick in, regardless of donation size," said Kohl in offering the challenge. "A visit to the Library shows how important the services and resources are that the Library offers the community during these hard economic times. The place is packed!"
She's right. The Library traditionally sees an increase in visitors in times of unemployment. The computers are available for patrons to use for job searches, to research educational opportunities and to obtain general information. The usage is intense. Books and periodicals provide information on honing skills as well as providing resources for entertainment and education.
"The library is a window to the world for many Kent countians," said Kohl. "If you as an individual can afford to buy books or own a computer, you probably can afford to contribute for the benefit of those who can't, those who truly need these services. The amount of the donation doesn't matter; ten cents is as important as ten dollars. This Library is making progress in solving its problems. We can help as citizens in giving our support to this important county resource."
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