Springfield-Greene County Library District
Springfield, Missouri
Who We Are
Since its inception in 1993, The Library Foundation has been dedicated to advancing the mission of the Springfield-Greene County Library District—building a stronger community through lifelong learning and enrichment.
As the philanthropic arm of the Library District, The Library Foundation facilitates vital fundraising efforts from individuals, foundations, and corporations. These contributions enhance the Library’s ability to deliver exceptional resources, innovative programming, and welcoming spaces that make the Springfield-Greene County Library a cornerstone of knowledge, opportunity, and community connection.
Board of Directors
Lauri Edmondson
President
Distinguished Professor of Education, Drury University
Leia Huffman, CFP®, CTFA
Vice President
Director, Forvis Mazars Private Client
Denise Baumann
Secretary
Director of Operations, Good Dads
Andrea McKinney
Treasurer
Senior Vice President and Wealth Management Advisor, Central Trust Company
Hue-ping Chin
Retired, Drury University Professor
Emily Kembell
Partner, Kembell, Woods, & Martinsen
Justyn Pippins
Big Momma’s; SCORE Southwest Missouri; Community Volunteer / Civic Leader
Clif Smart
Retired, 11th President of Missouri State University
Stephanie Stenger
CEO, Springfield Land
Linda Thomas
Attorney, Thomas Law Office
Marjorie Shavers
Interim Dead of the College of Education, Missouri State University
Danny Perches
Business Consultant, Olsson Inc.
Ex Officio Members
Mar’Ellen Felin
Member, Library Board of Trustees
Gay Wilson
President, Friends of the Library
Our Staff
Bridget Dierks
Director of Institutional Advancement
Katie Hopkins
Planning and Development Librarian
At The Library Foundation, we are proud to help shape the future of our public libraries and champion lifelong learning for all. Thank you for joining us in this essential work.
Our Work
Through generous donor support, The Library Foundation helps fund:
Capital improvements to library facilities
Literacy and educational programming for all ages
Collections and technology enhancements
Special initiatives that expand the Library’s reach and impact
We believe that a vibrant public library system strengthens every individual it touches—and, in turn, strengthens our entire community.
Who We Are
Since its inception in 1993, The Library Foundation has been dedicated to advancing the mission of the Springfield-Greene County Library District—building a stronger community through lifelong learning and enrichment.
As the philanthropic arm of the Library District, The Library Foundation facilitates vital fundraising efforts from individuals, foundations, and corporations. These contributions enhance the Library’s ability to deliver exceptional resources, innovative programming, and welcoming spaces that make the Springfield-Greene County Library a cornerstone of knowledge, opportunity, and community connection.
Board of Directors
Lauri Edmondson
President
Distinguished Professor of Education, Drury University
Leia Huffman, CFP®, CTFA
Vice President
Director, Forvis Mazars Private Client
Denise Baumann
Secretary
Director of Operations, Good Dads
Andrea McKinney
Treasurer
Senior Vice President and Wealth Management Advisor, Central Trust Company
Hue-ping Chin
Retired, Drury University Professor
Emily Kembell
Partner, Kembell, Woods, & Martinsen
Justyn Pippins
Big Momma’s; SCORE Southwest Missouri; Community Volunteer / Civic Leader
Clif Smart
Retired, 11th President of Missouri State University
Stephanie Stenger
CEO, Springfield Land
Linda Thomas
Attorney, Thomas Law Office
Marjorie Shavers
Interim Dead of the College of Education, Missouri State University
Danny Perches
Business Consultant, Olsson Inc.
Ex Officio Members
Mar’Ellen Felin
Member, Library Board of Trustees
Gay Wilson
President, Friends of the Library
Our Staff
Bridget Dierks
Director of Institutional Advancement
Katie Hopkins
Planning and Development Librarian
At The Library Foundation, we are proud to help shape the future of our public libraries and champion lifelong learning for all. Thank you for joining us in this essential work.
Our Work
Through generous donor support, The Library Foundation helps fund:
Capital improvements to library facilities
Literacy and educational programming for all ages
Collections and technology enhancements
Special initiatives that expand the Library’s reach and impact
We believe that a vibrant public library system strengthens every individual it touches—and, in turn, strengthens our entire community.