Gifts and Donations
Whiting Public Library Gift/Donation Policy The Whiting Public Library acknowledges the significant importance of gifts and donations to the library’s operations and to its future development. The library gratefully accepts gifts and contributions for the development of its collections, programs, and services. Gifts are appreciated, as well as contributions and bequests.
The library encourages donors to make monetary donations and bequests to the Whiting Public Library. Once accepted by the library, gifts are permanent and will not be returned to the donor.
All monetary donations can be mailed to the following:
Whiting Public Library
1735 Oliver Street
Whiting, IN 46394
ALL MONETARY GIFTS OVER $10.00 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A COMPLETED DONOR RECORD FOR MONETARY GIFTS FORM.
Types of Gifts the Library May Accept:
Unrestricted Monetary Gifts
Unrestricted monetary gifts will be used to purchase library materials or equipment, support library programs or collection development, or in other ways that assist the library in its provision of services to the public.
Restricted Monetary Gifts & Endowments
Restricted monetary gifts and endowments will be used in a manner that is consistent with the restrictions and conditions placed on the donation.
Bequests
When the Whiting Public Library is included in a will or estate, funds will be used to support library services and collections. Any restrictions on use of the funds will be honored.
Personal & Real Property
Gifts of real property can only be accepted with the consent of the library director or the Whiting Public Library Board of Trustees.
Gifts of private property, such as art, portraits, antiques, collectibles, equipment, and other items may be accepted at the discretion of the Library Director or the Board of Trustees.
Gifts of real and/or private property are accepted with the understanding that the item may be sold, given away, or otherwise disposed of at the discretion of the Indiana Library and Historical Board. Any proceeds derived from such disposal may be used by the library in a manner the library deems most beneficial to its growth and development.
Tax Considerations: Gifts made to the library may be tax deductible. Once a gift of real or private property is given to the library, the library may not be able to accommodate an appraisal. Thus, if you are considering a tax deduction and you wish to have your gift appraised, you should do so prior to making the donation. The library will not perform appraisals. Acceptance of a gift which has been appraised does not in any way imply endorsement of the appraisal by the library.
Acknowledgement of Gifts: The Library may formally acknowledge the donor’s gift with a gift receipt or letter. However, any gift receipt or letter of acknowledgement will not include a statement of value for non-monetary gifts. If the donor wishes to have a list of items referenced in the acknowledgement, the donor should provide that list to the library for attachment or inclusion in the acknowledgement letter. Public acknowledgement of gifts is at the discretion of the library.
Monetary gifts are to be turned over to the Office Manager for deposit in the Gift Fund. This applies to ALL MONETARY GIFTS/DONATIONS. Checks should be issued to the Whiting Public Library. Cash and checks must have the donor record for monetary gifts form included/attached.