Our History
The Foundation for Lincoln City Libraries is a non-profit 501(c) (3) corporation founded in 1954 to enhance and enrich Lincoln’s community library system by soliciting and receiving gifts to meet the needs of the library and the intent of the donor. Today, as in 1954, the Foundation has provided the support to ensure that Lincoln’s libraries remain on of the crown jewels of our community. Through technology, programs, events, or other special opportunities, we are dedicated to making sure that our libraries remain the vital and active community centers that are paramount to a thriving community.
Throughout its history, the Foundation has played a crucial role in ensuring that the Lincoln City Libraries expand to meet the needs of a growing community. The Foundation is active in raising funds for the building and furnishings of new public libraries and upgrading current buildings and furnishings. Beginning in the 1980s, the Foundation accepted gifts to endow the Jane Pope Geske Heritage Room of Nebraska Authors, which resulted in the formation of the Nebraska Literary Heritage Association, a support organization affiliated with the Foundation. The Foundation also manages special funds designated to benefit specific areas of the library, such as the Dorothy Bridgmon Martin Gift Fund, which supports the children’s room at the main library, and the Thompson Memorial Fund which provides annual funds for children’s books. Today, as Lincoln’s library system faces new challenges, the Foundation is committed to increasing private support by stepping up its outreach and fundraising efforts.
Board of Trustees
Brian Bock, President
Rachel Hruza, Vice President
David Williams, Treasurer Dutch Bell, Assistant Treasurer
Tiffani Childress, Secretary
Amanda Garrett, Advisor
Brian Bock, President
Rachel Hruza, Vice President
Dutch Bell, Assistant Treasurer
Tiffani Childress, Secretary
Ed Bates
Philipe Bruce
Brian Chaffin
Rod Confer
Doug Emery
Katherine Endacott
Carl Eskridge
Susan Ferris
Herb Friedman
Lisa Hale
Judy Harvey
Jake Havranek
Matt Kirkland
Max Larsen
Tice Miller
Julie Robinson
Elizabeth Rude
Herb Schimek
Rhonda Seacrest
Samuel Settle
Dan Sloan
Aradhna Srivastav
Ann Stewart
Brian Sunderman