Orcas Student Gives His Share (and Parents’ “Match”) to School Library

By Lin McNulty|2012-09-06T22:51:35-07:00September 8th, 2012|8 Comments

Art by Trevor Moulton to help keep the school library open

From Cathy Faulkner

For many students on Orcas Island, the school library is a wonderful haven for learning, reading and discovery.

When Trevor Moulton of Olga found out that the future of the library was uncertain, he jumped into action to help save his favorite place at school. Every week, Trevor sets aside a portion of his allowance to issues that are important to him, and he has decided to allocate all his “share” money to the Library fund. A parent “match” donation was also negotiated.

In preparation for the beginning of the school year, Trevor also drafted a reminder to others who believe the school library is a treasured asset and must remain open. (see attached JPG)

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8 Comments

Justin Paulsen September 9, 2012 at 9:33 am

Trevor-

Consider you money matched again! Way to step up and show us all how to get it done!
Cathy Faulkner September 9, 2012 at 4:46 pm

Thank you Justin! Trevor will be thrilled to hear the news!
Janet Brownell September 9, 2012 at 5:13 pm

I will also match Trevor’s efforts. Let me know what it is!
Cathy Faulkner September 9, 2012 at 5:24 pm

Janet – you’re wonderful! The amount is $61.
For 61 weeks, Trevor set aside $1 of his weekly allowance waiting for a cause that spoke to him. On Wednesday of last week – he handed me all his money ($61) and we happily matched. Seeing the lights dark in the library is heartbreaking for our family as it’s one of Trevor’s favorite places. Let’s work together to get it open again. Thanks to Justin and Janet – Trevor’s $61 has just grown to $244!
Janet Brownell September 9, 2012 at 6:04 pm

I am in awe of Trevor. Check made out to OIEF/library fund coming your way this week. Hope others will match Trevor’s $61 donation!
Janeen harbert September 9, 2012 at 7:25 pm

Bravo! You are an impressive young man. I plan to contribute to the library in your name.
Cathy Faulkner September 10, 2012 at 5:24 am

Thank you Janeen. Not only is the library fund a worth cause, but it’s been an amazing learning experience for my 3rd grader!
Janet Brownell September 10, 2012 at 6:53 am

If you want to give to the Library….you can mail checks to:

OIEF/Library Fund — PO Box 782, Eastsound, WA 98245.

You can also give online at: OIEF.org. There is a “Donate” button on the left side of the homepage. And on the Donate page there is a button you can click to donate to the Library.