Ypsilanti District Library
Ask Why
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Public library services
The Ypsilanti District Library is a Class VI public library serving the communities of Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti Township, and Superior Township, Michigan.
Bookmobile
The Bookmobile is a unique “library on wheels” that brings library materials to people. By taking library service all over our community, the Bookmobile breaks down barriers of unfamiliarity and access, reaching people who cannot get to a library building due to physical, economic, social, or geographic reasons.
Youth Services
Resources for kids, teens, and families, including books and other materials, storytime, STEM activities and other events, computers, homework help and opportunities for creative play and discovery.
Learning Never Gets Old (LNGO)
Events and education for adults ages 55 and up, with services that include: home delivery, large print collection, senior advisory board, low vision services, computer classes and other creative aging events. See https://www.ypsilibrary.org/services/learning-never-gets-old/
Public computing services
Internet-enabled public computers and wireless internet (WiFi) access are available for use at all YDL locations. Scanning, printing, and assistance are available, and computer classes offered on a regular basis.
Where we work
Awards
Salute to Excellence 2022
Huron Valley Section of the American Chemical Society
John Cotton Dana Award for TALK: Text and Learn 2019
American Library Association
Recognition of YDL's 150th Anniversary 2018
U.S. Congress
Eisner Graphic Novel Grant for Libraries 2014
American Library Association
John Cotton Dana Award for Ypsi Song Fest 2009
American Library Association
External reviews

Our Sustainable Development Goals
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Goals & Strategy
Reports and documents
Download strategic planHow we listen
Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.
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How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?
To identify and remedy poor client service experiences, To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To make fundamental changes to our programs and/or operations, To inform the development of new programs/projects, To identify where we are less inclusive or equitable across demographic groups, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve, To understand people's needs and how we can help them achieve their goals
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Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?
We collect feedback from the people we serve at least annually, We take steps to get feedback from marginalized or under-represented people, We aim to collect feedback from as many people we serve as possible, We take steps to ensure people feel comfortable being honest with us, We look for patterns in feedback based on demographics (e.g., race, age, gender, etc.), We look for patterns in feedback based on people’s interactions with us (e.g., site, frequency of service, etc.), We engage the people who provide feedback in looking for ways we can improve in response, We act on the feedback we receive, We share the feedback we received with the people we serve, We tell the people who gave us feedback how we acted on their feedback, We ask the people who gave us feedback how well they think we responded
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What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?
We don't have any major challenges to collecting feedback
Financials
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Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
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Ypsilanti District Library
Board of directorsas of 05/10/2023
Patricia Horne-McGee
Omer Jean Winborn
Bethany Kennedy
Washtenaw Community College Bailey Library
Theresa M. Maddix
University of Michigan
Kristy Cooper
Canton Public Library
Patricia Horne McGee
Brian Steimel
Terrence Williams
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? No -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? No
Organizational demographics
Who works and leads organizations that serve our diverse communities? Candid partnered with CHANGE Philanthropy on this demographic section.
Leadership
The organization's leader identifies as:
Race & ethnicity
Gender identity
Sexual orientation
Disability
Equity strategies
Last updated: 04/12/2023GuideStar partnered with Equity in the Center - an organization that works to shift mindsets, practices, and systems to increase racial equity - to create this section. Learn more
- We analyze disaggregated data and root causes of race disparities that impact the organization's programs, portfolios, and the populations served.
- We employ non-traditional ways of gathering feedback on programs and trainings, which may include interviews, roundtables, and external reviews with/by community stakeholders.
- We have long-term strategic plans and measurable goals for creating a culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.
- We seek individuals from various race backgrounds for board and executive director/CEO positions within our organization.
- We have community representation at the board level, either on the board itself or through a community advisory board.
- We help senior leadership understand how to be inclusive leaders with learning approaches that emphasize reflection, iteration, and adaptability.
- We engage everyone, from the board to staff levels of the organization, in race equity work and ensure that individuals understand their roles in creating culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.