Carthage Public Library Foundation, Inc.

Helping build a better community through education and building social connections.

Our Organization

We are organized as a Not-For-Profit Corporation under the laws of the State of Indiana with the effective date of incorporation being September 12, 2022.

We received our letter of exemption (from federal taxes) and registration as a public charity on September 26, 2022.  Our public charity status is 509(a)(2) and donations to the Foundation are tax deductible.

We are managed by a board of directors, currently with three of five seats filled.

Our Mission and Vision

We foresee being an engine driving new programs, activities, and educational opportunities for both young people and adults.  Communities need social focal points where people join to exchange ideas, learn new skills, engage in cordial constructive debate, collaborate in community projects—the library is an ideal place for such a focal point, a place for not only contemplation and learning, but also for strengthening our communities. The Foundation will enable the Carthage Public Library to become that cultural focal point.