DR. PHILLIPS ROTARY LIBRARY PROJECT
April 2006 - Present
 
The Rotary Club of Dr. Phillips, celebrating 28 years of service to the Dr. Phillips Community, has coordinated a capital campaign to improve and enhance the Southwest Library Branch, Orange County Library System, located in the Dr. Phillips area of Orlando.

 

Under Construction!

The new Children's area of the Southwest Branch of the Orange County Library System takes shape during construction, and creates a colorful addition to our Dr. Phillips community library.

A new lobby, entryway beautification is also near completion.

   
 

PROJECT FACTS :

 
Honorary Chairperson:
Orange County Commissioner Teresa Jacobs
 
Campaign Details:
To enhance the physical interior of the library, to include:
A beautification of the interior entrance area
A redesign of the children's area
 
Campaign Strategy:
A grassroots effort is occurring with both businesses and residences of the Dr. Phillips area. 
 
Matching Grants:
The Orange County Library System has agreed to match every dollar contributed up to $30,000.
 
100% Contribution:
Importantly, 100% of all contributions will be utilized directly for the above
mentioned improvements.
 
Tax Deductible:
Since contributions are made payable to the Dr. Phillips Rotary, a non-profit charity, the donation should be tax deductible – please check with a tax advisor for specific details.
 
Timelines
March 2006Solicitation letters sent
April 2006 National Library Month
April 7, 2006 Community Campaign Kick-Off Reception 
May 5, 2006 Community Campaign “Celebration”
Featured the start of the new Dr. Phillips Library “Author Series” and celebration of successful Library fundraising campaign.
September 2006 Interior Construction begins
December 2006 Entryway completed. 
August 2007 Children's area construction begun.
Donations:
If you would like to donate to this effort, please send your check to:
Dr. Phillips Rotary Library Fund
PO Box 1381
Windermere , FL 34786
 
Questions:
If you have questions relating to the community project, please email your topic to:
 
 
*Southwest Library at Dr. Phillips
7255 Della Dr .
Orlando , FL 32819
(407) 835-7323

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