JAMESTOWN, N.D. – Local farmer, Barb Williams, recently directed a $5,000 Bayer Fund America’s Farmers Grow Communities donation to the James River Valley Library System. The library will use the funds to purchase Ipads for use in the library and during children’s programs.
“We are very thankful to Barb for choosing our library for this generous gift. The library will be able offer more opportunities to children in our community to explore and learn with technology. Young patrons will be able to use the Ipads during a library visit to access educational and STEM related apps.”
On Thursday, January 25th, 2024, the library will hold a program at the Stutsman County Library teaching children ages 9-13 how to create stop motion films using an Ipad. For more information or to register for this program, please visit jrvls.org.
Since 2010, the America’s Farmers programs have awarded nearly $65 million to nonprofits, aspiring Ag students and public schools across rural America. Farmers are leaders in their communities, which is why America’s Farmers programs rely on them to help identify the worthiest causes.
Dedicated to making a difference in rural farming communities, the Grow Communities program asks farmers across the country to participate by nominating nonprofit organizations with resources to strengthen their local communities. Last August, farmers entered for the chance to direct a $5,000 Grow Communities donation to a local eligible nonprofit of their choice. Farmers have directed donations to food banks, emergency response organizations, schools, youth agriculture programs and many others that reflect the spirit and support the vibrancy of rural America.
“Bayer Fund is proud to work side-by-side with farmers to identify local eligible nonprofit organizations that are able to provide their residents with solutions that leave a lasting impact,” said Al Mitchell, Bayer Fund president.
To learn more about how America’s Farmers are making an impact, visit www.AmericasFarmers.com. About Bayer Fund Bayer Fund is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the communities where Bayer customers and employees live and work by providing funding for food and nutrition, education and community development projects.
If you would like to register your 9-13 year old child for the stop motion film program, please find the event on our website at jrvls.org and click “register.”
All JRVLS library programs are free of charge.