An anonymous donor has gifted the Lindsborg Community Library with a $100,000 challenge grant. Intended to encourage others to donate, this grant will match donations given towards the Library Building Project from now through December 31, 2023.

Founded in 1960 and first located at 124 N Main (currently The Ivory Thimble), the Lindsborg Community Library has been located in three increasingly larger spaces, moving to the current location at 111 S Main in 1989. The Library is once again in the process of adding more space for library services: the adjacent building at 109 S Main was purchased in Spring 2023 and architectural plans have been created and approved to remodel both buildings into one improved library service center.

Raising $880,000 will cover estimated costs for construction, fixtures, and furnishing this library expansion and remodel. Between grant applications and community giving, the Library Board hopes to secure sufficient funding by early 2024 to enable scheduling construction dates. While timing is not yet set, minimal disruption of library services to all patrons will be a priority.

As of September 12, a total of $217,416 has been designated towards the project. For details on how to donate a contribution towards matching the $100,000 challenge grant, visit our website’s donate tab here or pick up a flyer at the Lindsborg Community Library front desk.