Marcia Jacobson's Fundraiser
2017 READATHON for TCPL
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$1,026
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Marcia Jacobson
Our marathon of reading encourages us all to take a stand for literacy, learning, and free and equal access to the world’s information. At TCPL, nearly a million items are circulated each year—a remarkably high level for a community of our size—and 100% of the funding for annual purchases comes from private support like yours.
Libraries have always been important to me. I still remember getting my first library card–as soon as I could print my name (our local library’s requirement). Libraries have opened doors to new knowledge for me and extended my horizons–as they can for everyone. Public libraries along with public schools are the great equalizers in our society. It is a privilege and a pleasure to help TCPL serve our community. I hope you'll join me by making a donation to the Readathon.
About this Campaign
Marcia Jacobson
a 24-hour out loud reading challenge to raise funds and awareness for the Tompkins County Public Library
WHAT: The READATHON is our challenge to read out loud - one reader at a time, 30 minutes each, for 24 hours straight - to raise funds for our public library. This year our goal is to raise $18,000 with your help. Take a stand (or a comfy seat!) and help raise money and awareness.
WHEN & WHERE: Saturday, September 23 @ noon through Sunday, September 24 @ noon, on the corner at 101 East Green Street, right in front of the public library
WHY: The TCPL lends nearly a million items each year- a remarkably high level for a community of our size. Supporting a reader with your donation helps our library to provide materials like books, music, DVDs, computer stations and other digital tools, as well as guidance and support for our patrons.
But the library's not just about things- it's also a place for babies to experience early literacy by engaging with books in story time, a place where job-seekers can get help navigating online listings and applications. It's a safe place for teens to be entertained and explore, a place to feature local voices and encourage the expression of new ones. It's a place to engage the imagination and come together. It is truly the heart of our community.
And it's all possible thanks to donations such as
yours. Please support our fearless readers and give today!
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