Degenstein Community Library

A nonprofit organization

$5,650 raised by 44 donors

87% complete

$6,500 Goal

Raise the Region = Raise Readers!

Every summer, the Degenstein Community Library encourages our community to embrace the joy of reading. This year’s Summer Reading Program, themed “Unearth a Story,” will span an exciting 9 weeks and feature daily activities for all ages.

In 2025, we celebrated incredible success: hundreds of children participated, and over 150 completed ALL 9 weeks of activities! Planning is well underway for this year’s program expanding to 12 weeks of activities, with captivating presenters like PT Reptiles, Science Heroes, Mr. Mike the Dino Guy, Lykens Valley Children's Museum, Bright Star Touring Theatre and so much more.  

This Is Where You Can Help!

We’re raising funds to support Summer Reading by:

Your donation through Raise the Region directly Raises Readers.

  • Children self-select books as they reach weekly milestones, building a lifelong love of reading.
  • Your support fuels their enthusiasm and fosters a culture of literacy in our community.

100% of Your Contribution Makes an Impact!

Your generosity directly supports hundreds of children, encouraging them to read, learn, and grow. On behalf of the library and the community, thank you for investing in literacy and lifelong learning. Together, we can make a difference!

Who We Are

The Degenstein Community Library supports individuals and enriches the community by providing access to resources, technology, and programs that inspire learning and creativity.

Read – Connect - Learn

Since its founding by the Sunbury Business and Professional Women’s Club in 1937, the library has grown tremendously through community support and generosity. From the original Arch Street location to our current home on South Fifth Street, we remain dedicated to serving as a pillar of opportunity and education in Sunbury.

Thank You and Happy Reading!

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Mission

The Degenstein Community Library supports individuals and enriches the community by providing access to resources, technology, and programs that inspire learning and creativity.

Read – Connect - Learn

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Degenstein Community Library

other names

John R Kauffman Jr Public Library

Tax id (EIN)

24-0797025

Address

40 S. 5th Street
Sunbury, PA 17801

Phone

570-286-2461

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