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Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on supporting initiatives related to the Fairfield Public Library. In 2025, the foundation awarded a total of $74.5K in grants, but it does not accept unsolicited proposals; funding is provided through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement process. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO ENHANCE THE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY AND THE COMMUNITY AND TO ADVOCATE FOR QUALITY LIBRARY SERVICE FOR ALL OF THE PEOPLE OF THE TOWN OF FAIRFIELD.
Total Funding Given
$74.5K
2025
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
FAIRFIELD, IA
$242.8K
100%
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$17.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$68.2K
D
Dayna Sproule
Board Member
M
Margo Schiff
Board Member
K
Karen Fox
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY?
No. FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY give?
FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY primarily gives to organizations located in Iowa. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $18 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY make each year?
In 2025, FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $75 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY fund recently?
In 2025, FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY?
FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.