Did you know that the library’s annual budget is only partially covered by county dollars? Each year the library still needs help with these areas:
- Funding special programs or projects, including technology enhancements
- Expanding the number of books available for check-out
- Producing educational programs for children, adults, and staff
You can make a difference by donating to the library's Gift Memorial Fund or to the Pulaski County Public Library Foundation.
Gift Memorial Fund
The main way to give directly to the library is through the Gift Memorial Fund. This fund provides unrestricted support for library programs, events, and a variety of general needs. Donations to the Gift Memorial Fund have an immediate impact on library services.
Use the library's Memorial/Honorarium Form to make your donation to the Gift Memorial Fund.
You can also contribute to the Gift Memorial Fund in honor of a special person:
Remember & Celebrate
Tribute gifts are a terrific way to remember a loved one, acknowledge a special event, or recognize someone special. These gifts help support library services. Donations are recognized in the Gift Memorial donation ledger, which is on display at the circulation desk. An acknowledgement letter will be sent to the recipient or their family to inform them of your contribution.
Book Plate Tribute
One unique giving opportunity is the Book Plate Tribute. For every $25 donated, the library will place an inscribed bookplate into a new book. The bookplate can list the person being honored, and the honoree and donor will receive an acknowledgement of the book it appears in. Donations for book plates will be directed toward the Gift Memorial Fund.
The Pulaski County Public Library Foundation was created to elevate early literacy and support the development and improvement of library programs and facilities.
The goal of the Foundation is to build assets to fund current and future projects and to help secure the long-term future of the Pulaski County Public Library. Funds are raised to support early literacy initiatives, innovative multi-generational programming, bolster collections, and endowment. Funds are raised in advance of disbursement. Grants are made to the library annually.
The Foundation serves as the fiscal partner for the Pulaski County affiliate of Imagination Library, which mails free, high-quality books monthly to Pulaski County children from birth to age five.
Financial support from the Foundation helps ensure that our library remains a vital resource where learning thrives and every person feels welcomed and inspired.
Learn more about the Pulaski County Public Library Foundation at www.pcplf.org. On the Foundation’s website you can learn about ways to support the Foundation and make a donation online.
You Can Help Make More Possible
Any gift is greatly appreciated, and no amount is too small. For more information on giving opportunities, please contact the Library Business Office at 574-946-6981.