Community Corner #2 - Cedar Rapids Library Foundation

Buzz Bites

Dec 27 2023 • 22 mins

In this episode of Rayser's Buzz Bites Community Corner highlight, host Emily Burds interviews Jess Netolicky and Charity Tyler from the Cedar Rapids Library Foundation, along with Rayser's own Sean Williams, who is involved in the organization.

They discuss the foundation's role in funding innovative programs and services of the Cedar Rapids Public Library. Jess Netolicky explains her role as a development associate and the annual fundraising efforts to support programming such as preschool outreach and Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.

Sean shares his journey of getting involved with the foundation as a board member and his love for libraries.

The conversation also covers upcoming campaigns and fundraisers, the importance of community involvement, and how individuals can support the foundation. This episode is a part of Rayser's "Buzz Bites" podcast, hosted by Rayser Holdings' marketing coordinator, Emily Burds. Questions or feedback for the podcast can be sent to eburds@rayserholdings.com. Buzz Bites can be found on Anchor, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube, iHeartRadio, and Amazon Music.