Preserve the Past,

Forge the Future

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Libraries of Stevens County Legacy Projects aim to enhance library infrastructure, expand services, and foster community engagement. Libraries are vital community centers, supporting education, information access, and cultural enrichment. Despite their significance, many libraries in Stevens County face challenges such as limited space and outdated facilities. The Libraries of Stevens County seized an opportunity to improve its libraries through grants and community support.

The Legacy Projects involve building new libraries in Loon Lake and Hunters, as well as renovating existing ones in Northport, Chewelah, and Colville. These enhancements will create modern spaces with meeting rooms, technology, and resources essential for economic development, literacy promotion, and lifelong learning.

To match grants and cover project costs, the Libraries of Stevens County is conducting fundraising efforts to raise at least $1,000,000. Private contributions, naming opportunities, and incentives for donors are encouraged to support the completion of these projects. Volunteer groups are already engaged in fundraising efforts.

Improved library buildings offer numerous community benefits, including access to information, lifelong learning opportunities, community engagement, digital access, and cultural enrichment. They serve as gathering spaces for classes, story times, clubs, families and friends.

Legacy is emphasized as the lasting impact of actions, values, and contributions. Public libraries are available to everyone and are therefore uniquely positioned to provide a legacy that will impact all residents of Stevens County. Together we can all create a legacy that supports everyone in Stevens County.

Catharine Whitby

Co-chair, Library Capital Campaign

Rick Moore

Co-chair, Library Capital Campaign

...a once-in-a-generation opportunity!

Renovations include a new meeting space, a new restroom, and better access for those with mobility challenges.

• $150,000 - Community Room Addition*
• $55,000 - Furnace & HVAC System Improvement Package
  
• $20,000 - Carpet Replacement
  
• $15,000 - Upgraded Children’s Furniture & Shelving
  
• $8,000 - Water Bottle Filling Station with Drinking Fountain*
  

• $130,000 matching funds from the Department of Commerce
• $5,000 American Library Association Accessibility Grant

*Items can be named after the donor(s)

All costs are best-guess estimates until bids are received and awarded

...a once-in-a-generation opportunity!

In partnership with the City of Colville, we plan to include these much-needed improvements for public use:

• $350,000 - Elevator & Accessibility Upgrades *
• $150,000 - Meeting Room *
  
• $150,000 - Dedicated, Renovated Children’s Area Downstairs *
  
• $8,000 - Water Bottle Filling Station with Drinking Fountain (Children’s Area)*
  
• $15,000 - Upgraded Children’s Furniture & Shelving
  
• $9,000 - Technology Upgrades
  

• $250,000 Library Capital Improvement Program matching funds from the Department of Commerce WA
• $300,000 appropriation from Senator Patty Murray funds
  

*Items can be named after the donor(s)

All costs are best-guess estimates until bids are received and awarded

...a once-in-a-generation opportunity!

We are building a brand new library to accommodate growth in the greater Loon Lake community and would gratefully incorporate the following projects:

• $150,000 - Outdoor Programming Space*
  
• $85,000 - River Rock Fireplace*
  
• $45,000 - Furnace & HVAC System
  
• $8,000 - Water Bottle Filling Station with Drinking Fountain*
  
• $15,000 - Upgraded Children’s Furniture & Shelving*
  
• $20,000 - Community Room Technology*
  

• $648,000 Library Capital Improvement Program matching funds from the Department of Commerce WA
• $20,000 from the Darryl Troutman Estate
  
• $80,000 from Friends of Loon Lake Library
  
• $10,000 from Innovia Foundation grant
  
• $120,000 LOSC property purchase
  
• $1,000,000 from Community Development Block Grant in partnership with Stevens County
  

*Items can be named after the donor(s)

All costs are best-guess estimates until bids are received and awarded

...a once-in-a-generation opportunity!

Renovations include a new accessible restroom, an outside ADA ramp, and better access within the building.

• $45,000 - ADA Bathroom Renovation*
• $8,000 - Water Bottle Filling Station with Drinking Fountain*
  
• $15,000 - Upgraded Furniture & Shelving
  
• $5,000+ - Collection Refresh
  

• $80,000 - Library Capital Improvement Program Matching funds from the Department of Commerce WA
• $5,000 - American Library Association Accessibility Grant
  

*Items can be named after the donor(s)

All costs are best-guess estimates until bids are received and awarded

...a once-in-a-generation opportunity!

Big plans are in process to seek additional grant funding to build a new facility for the greater Hunters community, bringing improved access, more materials, and community space for all.

Following the addition and renovation of 2015, Kettle Falls seeks to bring new life into their collections once again as well as replace aged furniture and shelving (purchased prior to the reno).

A refreshed collection of materials, updates to library furniture, and additional locker access points throughout southern Stevens County will be added with donations to the Lakeside Library.

Leave a legacy gift to impact generations to come! These two levels have the option of having their name displayed on a major project in the library of their choice.

An oversized 3D-printed building brick featuring the donor/family/organization’s name will be incorporated into sculptures or wall-art and displayed in the larger library branches so that legacies will be recognized throughout Stevens County.

All gifts $100+

A river rock will be inscribed with the name of the donor/family/organization. These rocks will be prominently placed in the new Loon Lake Library building, either on the exterior façade or entrance pillars, incorporated into the architect’s design.

All gifts of $1,000+

Donors are acknowledged on social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, etc.) for the Libraries of Stevens County, the Libraries of Stevens County Foundation, and the Legacy Project, as well as digital displays at all library locations.

All gifts $10+

Yes!

VERBIAGE EXAMPLES FOR ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS OF FUNDING FOR LARGE PROJECTS

Elevator (Colville)

Water Bottle Station

ADA Bathroom Remodel (Northport)

Children’s Room Furniture, Activities, & Shelving

Where Most Needed

Outdoor Space (Loon Lake)

Summer 2024

Libraries are for everyone.

Since 1998, Stevens County Rural Library District has been encouraging a love of literacy, entertaining and educating residents, as well as providing important reference resources to all. Libraries encourage life-long learning through new skill development, alternate perspectives, and creditable sources. Access to information is the key to success in any community. Libraries don't just bridge the gap for our most vulnerable; they fiercely champion access for everyone, furnish vital resources for our communities, and ignite fresh ideas for all.

Libraries of Stevens County

Contact the Library

Foundation Donation Address

PO Box 213

Chewelah, WA 99109-0213

info@scrld.org

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Libraries of Stevens County Foundation!

(509) 233-9621

loscfoundation.org

thelosc.org

PO Box 744

Loon Lake, WA 99148

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