Donate
So that we may acknowledge your generosity, please complete the Gift Form when making either a materials or monetary donation.
> Policy on Gifts and Gift Form
- Donation of Materials. The Library no longer accepts books, audiobooks, CDs or DVDs.
- Monetary Donations. For tax purposes, the Library will provide donors with a receipt indicating the dollar amount of the donation. For donations made with a stipulation that it be spent on materials, the donor may:
- Request that the materials be adult and/or children
- Request that the materials be on subject area broad enough to maintain the balance of the collection.
- Make suggestions concerning the format of the materials, but may not stipulate specific books(s) to be purchased.
- Request placement of a book plate on the item indicating the donor or honoree
- Request that the Library send an acknowledgement of the gift to a given name and address
- Request to be notified of the titles purchased.
Remember the Niles District Library Endowment Fund
The Niles District Library Endowment Fund, established in 2011, provides a permanent endowment to ensure that the library’s work continues for generations to come. Carefully managed under the auspices of the Michigan Gateway Community Foundation, the NDL Endowment Fund will be maintained in perpetuity, drawing solely on interest from the Fund's assets.
- Organizations, individuals, or businesses may contribute outright gifts as part of their annual tax planning. Make your check payable to the Michigan Gateway Community Foundation and write "Niles District Library" in the memo line of the check.
- Individuals may also create a lasting memorial that will impact generations to come by making a bequest in your will or trust that directs specific assets or a percentage of your estate to the library's Endowment Fund. Your estate planner can help you draft a will that will benefit the Library. If you have questions, contact the Library Director to arrange to meet with members of the NDL Board of Trustees to discuss your options and wishes. You can reach the director at director@nileslibrary.net or at 269 683 8454, extension 122.
Easy Ways You Can Help
Join the Friends of Niles District Library
As a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) organization, Friends of the Niles District Library raise funds to support and promote use of the library's services and programs. Membership dues make up a significant portion of the Friend’s proceeds each year. A basic membership of $5.00 annually provides a member with access to special book sale events during the year. The Friends also accept donations of cash or books for their book sale, which is their largest fund raising activity.
Visit the Friends of NDL page for more.
Designate the library for memorial contributions
The Library deeply appreciates families who think of the Library as they mourn the loss of a loved one. Many people ask their friends and family to make a donation to the Library in lieu of flowers. In recognition, the Library sends each donor a note of thanks and also notifies a designated family member of each donation made in honor of their loved one. For memorials exceeding $150, a Christmas ornament with the deceased’s name will be displayed on a special tree at the Library during the holiday season.
Establishing a memorial is easy. While we are happy to help, you don't need to contact the Library. Simply let your family and friends know of your wishes. Most people include a suggestion for donations to the Library in the obituary. Make checks payable to Niles District Library.