The Antigo Public Library Foundation, Inc. is a tax-exempt, private, nonprofit corporation that provides supplementary support for the Library.  Because the demands for library services and the needs and opportunities facing the library are growing faster than the public funds available to support them, the goal of the Foundation is to enrich, not replace, traditional tax-based support through private fundraising from individuals, businesses, and foundations.  Such supplemental funding will make a difference between an adequate municipal library and a great one!

How do I make a gift to the Foundation?

Make your check payable to:

Antigo Public Library Foundation

and mail it to:

APL Foundation
617 Clermont St.
Antigo, WI 54409

We will send you a receipt for tax purposes, along with our grateful thanks.

• Providing enhancement to the buildings, special collections and/or services through designated funds or gifts, or by special approval of the Foundation Board.
• Selectively supporting positive, high quality programs which help attract patrons to the library.
• Selectively supporting continuing education opportunities for professional growth which contributes to staff development and strengthens job performance.

Throughout its history, the Antigo Public Library has received support from private individuals in addition to its public funding.  The Antigo Public Library Foundation assures that contributions will supplement, but never replace, public funds.

Helen Tomany chose to give the community the chance to enjoy learning as much as she did.  Her $250,000 bequest to the Antigo Public Library provided the impetus to construct the new facility, with additional dollars coming from the city, county, and a spirited fundraising effort on behalf of the Antigo Public Library Foundation.

Gifts can be made in many ways including cash donations, securities, or insurance policies, and may be specifically earmarked for annual operations or special projects and materials such as books and children’s programs.

Larger gifts may be made through bequests or deferred contributions to an endowment fund. Endowment funds have the ability to fund programs long-term, so your gift today can keep on giving to future generations.  We recommend that you consult your attorney when considering any sizeable gifts, especially through bequests.

Help maintain the outstanding resource you have in the Antigo Public Library with your contribution to the Antigo Public Library Foundation.  Ensure the best future of the library for you and your community.

The Foundation appreciates all donations, regardless of size.  The Foundation has established recognition levels of giving as follows: