Foundation for the Indian Trails Library District
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Volunteer opportunities
Are you a local resident looking to give back to the community? The Foundation for the Indian Trails Public Library is currently seeking volunteers to fill a variety of roles. For more information, please contact Jen Schmidt or call 847.279.2222.
Leave a Lasting Legacy And Shape Our Future
Imagine becoming a permanent part of our organization’s history. By making a legacy donation, you can ensure that your contribution continues to make a difference for generations to come. For more information, please contact Jen Schmidt or call 847.279.2222. The Foundation for the Indian Trails Public Library District is a nonprofit 501(c)(3). Your gift is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Tax ID: 36-4256043.

Why Donate?
The Foundation for the Indian Trails Public Library District was incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in 1998 to serve residents primarily residing in Buffalo Grove, Wheeling and Prospect Heights who utilize the library in their district. Unlike other governmental entities such as parks or school districts, the library does not have a dedicated revenue stream or charge fees for services, except for recouping the costs of materials used in special programs.
The foundation actively raises funds for requested items and advocates for the library in the community. In the past, the library has purchased:
- Books to be given out to children for reading programs
- Expansion and enhancement of the Reading Garden
- Launch Pad on the Go Kits
- Sewing machines for classes
The Foundation raises funds through
- Used book sales
- Annual appeal
- Special events
- Restaurant givebacks
IN 2024
The Foundation funded
- CPR Classes
- High school book discussion books
- Maker-In-Residence program funding
- Prize books for year-round reading programs
- Read-Along Audiobooks for children
- Tonies Literacy Kits for children
Consider making a donation today to support your library. To make a donation in person, please contact Jen Schmidt or call 847.279.2222.
The Foundation for the Indian Trails Public Library District is a nonprofit 501(c)(3). Your gift is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Tax ID: 36-4256043.
2025 Foundation Board of Directors
Sheila Anderson
President
Rose Johnson
Vice President
Nina Strezewski
Treasurer

Neil Holman
Secretary
Cathy Burns
Director
Terri Herzog
Director
Rich Rosen
Director
Kalsoom Saleem
Director
Tricia Sapieha
Director
Steve Wetle
Director
2025 Meetings
Meetings are held on Wednesdays, 7 pm. All meetings are open to the public.
January 8 – Offsite
February 12
March 12
April 9
May 14
June 11
July 9
August 13
September 10
October 8
November 12
December – No meeting