Gift Donations and Memorials
The Library Board has adopted the following as a donation guideline for works of art, physical objects, or furniture:
Each item will be reviewed to determine if it will be acceptable for inclusion in the library.
All donated items will become the property of the Champaign County Library Board of Trustees. The Board will determine when and where the item will be displayed, stored, or sold.
The understanding between the Board and the donor will be evidenced by a written agreement between the parties. (See Section 5: Appendices)
Material donations can be made at any time. Any item in good condition that is not incorporated into the library’s collection will be placed in the Friends of the Champaign County Library book sales. Some donated items may be recycled, as necessary, based on condition. A letter acknowledging the donation is available upon request; however, donation values will not be appraised for income tax purposes.
Items that meet the library’s collection requirements that have either been donated or paid for as a donation or memorial will be added to the regular collection with a plaque inside the item and donation or memorial information in the item record. These items will be maintained for at least five years, if not longer, depending on their relevance, condition, and popularity.
Monetary gifts may be donated to the Champaign County Library, the Friends of the Library, or the Friends of the North Lewisburg Branch Library.
Money donated to the library for gift books or memorials will be deposited in the General Fund. Items purchased become the property of the library and may be disposed of accordingly. Gifts of this type will be acknowledged by letter from the director as well as a memorial plate in the purchased item.
The Friends of the Library and the Friends of the North Lewisburg Branch Library organizations serve as conduits to receive tax-deductible gifts of cash and non-property that can be used to further the mission of the library.
May 2025