The people of Worcester County are increasingly turning to a valuable community resource they share in common - their public library. The Worcester County Library Foundation, Inc. is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) organization which exists to support and enhance library service in this County.
The Worcester County Library Foundation can help the library to maintain and accelerate the momentum that has been building in recent years. The Foundation assists the library in presenting a wide range of interesting and educational events – from book and poetry discussions, to spirited exchanges about foreign policy, to cooking classes, to demonstrations of local arts and crafts. With your support, the Foundation helps the library to acquire extra copies of new, popular, and important books and helps the library to present fun and stimulating programs and activities for all ages.
Current Board Members:
- Caroline Bloxom
- Michelle Hickman
- Nancy Hickman
- Donna Main
- Liz Mumford
- Carol Rose, President
- Terri Westcott
- Betsy Williams
- Elena Coelho, Amy Parker, and Jennifer Ranck serve as staff to the Board
Upcoming Events
A Longwood Christmas - Bus Trip, Thursday, December 4
Join the Worcester County Library Foundation for a magical trip to Longwood Gardens! Enjoy more than 500,000 lights, colorful fountains, and gardens of bloom. The new West Conservatory is now open. Cafe and Gift Shop available. Proceeds benefit the Leister-Staley annual scholarship. Here are the trip details:
- Leaving the Berlin Walmart at 11:30 am and departing Longwood Gardens at 7:30 pm (approximate return time 10 pm).
- Tickets are $100 per person, please make checks payable to "Worcester County Library Foundation" and bring to your local library branch to reserve your seat
- Minimum of 50 reservations required; tickets are non-refundable
- For more information or to pay by credit card, please call Elena at 443-783-6164
Coffee and Tea Fundraiser (Check back later this Fall!)
Support the new Pocomoke Library Project by purchasing locally crafted coffee "Pocomokha" or tea "Cuppa Stories." The Worcester County Library Foundation is selling these one-of-a-kind blends. Prices are $6 a bag or 2 for $10. The coffee is ground (5.64 ounces) and the packages of tea contain 5 teabags. Cozy up with your favorite book - and your favorite warm beverage! Available at all five branches. Thank you!
Annual Membership Drive 2025-26
The Worcester County Library Foundation is asking for your help in carrying out its important mission. You and your family members are invited to join the Foundation and support its effort to provide enhanced library services as well as cultural and educational programs. Your tax-deductible annual membership will help ensure the future of our libraries and our communities. The membership letter and membership form are both available for download below. Thank you for your support!!
Klein Leister / John Staley Scholarship - applications were due March 19, 2025 / please check back January 2026
This $1,000 scholarship opportunity is open to all Worcester County public high school seniors who plan to attend a college or university within two years following graduation. Funds will be sent to the financial aid office of the school at which the student enrolls and can be applied to tuition, room, board, books, fees, and any other charges.
Gift Designations
The Worcester County Library Foundation keeps careful track of gift designations by branch library and by area of interest. If you want to designate a gift for your local branch, or for books, or for computer technology, you can be assured that your wishes will be followed.
Please help the Worcester County Library Foundation. Your tax-deductible gift will do wonders. For questions contact Elena Coelho at 443-783-6164.
Worcester County Library Foundation, Inc.
307 North Washington Street
Snow Hill, Maryland 21863
Honor Someone Who Loves Libraries
Honor someone who loves libraries and reading by contributing $25 or more to the Worcester County Library Foundation Book Fund. Honor contributions can be made to any Worcester County Library branch to purchase library books. Your generous support is appreciated. Your donation is tax-deductible because the Worcester County Library Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization, as determined by the Internal Revenue Service.
