NPLF Team
What is the name of the new hire we are welcoming today?
Josh
How many core values does NPLF have?
5
What is the name of NPLF's Manager of Events?
Jack
What donor provided the grant for the book mobile?
Dollar General
Approximately what percent of the library's operating budget is funded by NPLF?
Approximately 10%.
What team member loves sunflowers?
Cassie
Name one of NPLF's core values.
Celebrating to Lift Up, Sharing Information to Activate, Building and Cultivating Relationships, Holding Ourselves Accountable as Good Stewards of Our Resources, Striving to Reflect our Community
Who was the 2024 Literary Award Winner?
James McBride
Want government grant was recently cancelled?
IMLS
Name 5 library programs that NPLF funds.
Various answers accepted.
How many years has Shawn been president?
8 years
We operate with ______ to responsibly _____ the _____of the gifts provided to NPLF in service of our _____.
We operate with integrity to responsibly maximize the impact of the gifts provided to NPLF in service of our mission.
What do attendees receive when they attend a Parnassus event at the library?
When are reimbursable and conditional grants recorded (when earned or when received)?
When earned / the condition has been met.
Who determines if funding is restricted or unrestricted?
Restrictions are determined by the donor's intent and can be influenced by solicitation language, leading to an unintended restriction.
Name all staff members in order of tenure from least to greatest.
Josh, Rachel, Reid, Sarah, Maggie, Caitlin, Kristi, Cassie, Shawn, Elizabeth, Claudia
"Give now. Your donation is in _____ _____."
Good Hands
What event was held in 2024 but not 2025?
String City
Does NPLF receive grants or provide grants?
Both
Approximately how many donors did NPLF have last fiscal year?
Any number between 1,300 and 1,400 donors.
Who graduated from the University of Kentucky?
Caitlin
Recite NPLF's mission from memory.
We fund, advocate, and amplify Nashville Public Library to power literacy, life skills, and connection for all.
What is the name and author of this year's Carnegie Society Book Club selection?
The Comfort of Crows by Margaret Renkl
Name the one NPLF position that is grant funded.
Donor and Communications Associate
Is unconditional funding recognized on the books when it is received or when it is promised?
When it is promised.