Library Legacy Foundation

The Library Legacy Foundation raises funds to plan for the future security of the Library, purchases books, materials and technology for the system, and funds impactful Library programming, including Authors! and Summer Read. The Foundation is a tax-deductible, 501(c)(3) organization, so your support qualifies as a charitable gift. Meet our Library Legacy Foundation Board of Directors. Learn more about how you can support the Library through:

• Unrestricted Giving
• Memorial Gifts
• Planned Giving
• Building Fund
• Branch Support
• Corporate Sponsorship
• Kroger Rewards and AmazonSmile
• Early Literacy Campaign
• Steinem Sisters Collection Fund

Memorial Gifts

We appreciate you thinking of the Library for your memorial gift and offer three ways to give a gift in tribute to someone in your life.

MAKE AN UNRESTRICTED GIFT
Honor someone special in your life with an unrestricted gift in their honor.

DONOR PLAQUE OR RECOGNITION SCREEN (varies based on branch)
The Library will engrave a name or small message on a brass plaque (approximately 2-3” width) available at most branches or add to a message to a Donor Recognition Screen (approximately 40” monitors) at Sylvania or Mott branches.

NAME A BOOK
The Library will place a label on the inside of a book's cover, honoring the person of your choosing. Select either a subject area (and we’ll select the book) or choose the book (subject to Library approval).

Building Fund

The Building Fund helps the Library revitalize existing structures and build new branches, in order to ensure the vitality of its services and neighborhoods across Lucas County. Each Library location brings with it many community benefits, including:

• Access to new technologies
• Opportunities and services for residents to find economic success
• Partnerships with schools in increasing early literacy
• Safe places for residents to gather, learn and be entertained

Corporate Sponsorships

The Toledo Library's mission is to engage all of its communities, inspire lifelong learning and provide universal access to a broad range of information, ideas and entertainment. This is accomplished through hosting a range of programs that could overlap with your corporate mission. If you are interested in sponsoring a specific program or type of program, contact Kathy Selking, development manager, at 419.259.5123 or Kathy.selking@toledolibrary.org.

Early Literacy Campaign

Early literacy and kindergarten readiness are a critical issues throughout Lucas County, as nearly two-thirds of students tested are not prepared to enter kindergarten with the fundamental skills to learn how to read and write. The Leadership Committee for the Early Literacy Campaign Planting a Seed to Read, is united by a common passion to improve essential literacy skills for all young children in our community and we need your help to accomplish this goal!