Help us reach our goal
Our library is dependent on the goodwill and support from our patrons and community. While we receive town and precinct appropriations to help fund our operations, that tax-based funding covers less than half of our operating budget, the remainder must come from donations such as yours and other sources such as grants from foundations and charitable trusts.
Help us reach our goal
April 2026
Dear Friend of the Haverhill Library,
For more than 145 years, the Haverhill Library has been a place where stories are shared, curiosity is sparked, and community is built. As we celebrate National Library Week, we are grateful for everyone who has helped sustain this special place.
With phases 1 and 2 of our four‑phase restoration plan completed in 2024, we are now evaluating the next steps for the building’s future. In the meantime, we continue to make important interior improvements—such as a new front door, upgraded first‑floor air conditioners, and enhancements to our network system, including a new mobile printer for patrons.
The past eight months have brought unexpected challenges. Our beloved librarian of more than 24 years, Nanci Myers, has been unable to work onsite, though she continues to serve the library remotely - overseeing substitutes, purchasing and cataloging new books, managing Interlibrary Loan, and more. Our trustees have stepped in to keep the library running smoothly while we await Nanci’s return, and we are deeply grateful for their dedication.
As a small nonprofit library, we exist because people like you believe that access to knowledge strengthens a community in ways nothing else can. Today, we ask you to consider supporting not only our present needs, but also our long‑term future. Many of us reflect at some point on the legacy we hope to leave—how we can ensure that the values we cherish continue for the next generation. For those who believe in literacy, lifelong learning, and the power of a welcoming community space, including Haverhill Library in your end‑of‑life planning can be a meaningful way to extend that impact.
Ways to Support the Library’s Future
- Endowment Gifts — Contributions to our endowment help secure long‑term stability. Even
modest gifts grow over time and support programs, books, technology, and building upkeep.
- Bequests and Planned Giving — Including the library in your will or estate plan ensures that your commitment to learning and community continues well beyond your lifetime.
- Annual Donations — Your yearly support keeps our doors open today, funding everything from children’s story hours to public Wi‑Fi. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all donations are tax‑deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Why Your Support Matters
As a small nonprofit, more than half of our annual operating expenses are funded by donations and grants. While the town and precinct contribute, community support is essential to keeping our shelves full, our programs vibrant, and our building welcoming to all. Every gift—large or small—helps ensure that the Haverhill Library remains a cornerstone of connection, education, and opportunity.
If you would like to discuss planned giving, endowment contributions, or other ways to support the library’s future, we would be honored to speak with you.
Donations may be made online at HaverhillLibraryNH.org or by check payable to Haverhill Library Association, PO Box 117, Haverhill, NH 03765. We also welcome volunteers—please share your contact information if you’d like to be notified of opportunities.
Thank you for considering this meaningful way to make a lasting difference.
With gratitude,
Lori Conlin, Haverhill Library, President
The Haverhill Library Association Trustees -- Laurel Berwick (Vice President), Molly Sharp (Secretary), Kim Blowey (Treasurer) Joe Kirkpatrick, Charlene Aldrich, Jackie Lewis, Truman Sloan, and Sue Major.