Who We Are

The Stayton Public Library Foundation was organized in 1992 with a mission to build an addition to the Stayton Public Library.

In 1995 the Foundation was recognized as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization by the IRS. In 2007, after a successful capital campaign that allowed the Foundation to build a 7,500 square foot addition onto the library, the mission of the Foundation was revised to include the creation of a long term, stable source of funds to enhance library services.

The Stayton Public Library serves roughly 24,000 patrons in Stayton, Sublimity, and surrounding rural areas in Marion and Linn counties.

The Stayton Public Library. . .

• is open and accessible to people of every age and economic background.
• is a warm, welcoming retreat for children and families.
• entices all individuals to explore new ideas and learn through reading.
• provides all patrons free access to the internet and online materials.
• is a community gathering place.