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Ways To Give

Donations to the Library support our Mission and Vision and help us to expand our collections, programs and services. 

Cash Donations

Donate your time

Donate Materials

Cash Donations

LPL recognizes and appreciates the generosity of individuals, businesses and organizations that invest in the Library’s collections, programs and services. Recognizing the financial investment made by our private supporters demonstrates the importance of these partners in the fulfillment of the Library’s mission.

Donor and Sponsor recognition is governed by Board Policy LB32 – Donations, Sponsorships and Naming.

Previous Years Total Donation (all values in CAD) Title Recognition
$100 - $ 1,000 Promoter
  • Thank you card from CEO
  • Recognition in the annual Report to the Community
$1,001 - $10,000 Benefactors
  • All benefits of lower tier
  • Annual mailing
  • Invite to annual donor recognition event
$10,001 - $25,000 Community Builders
  • All Benefits of lower tiers
  • Engraved plaque to display in home/business
  • A press release recognizing this donation will be issued
>$25,001 Visionaries
  • All Benefits of lower tiers
  • A press converence to celebrate the contribution
  • Naming opportunity of a room, collection or other space. The naming opportunity will be commensurate with the value of the gift - the gift consituting a significant portion of the total cost of the room, collection or space and is subject to Policy LB32 - Donations, Sponsorships and Naming.

Donors in this category are among a group of dedicated supporters of the Lethbridge Public Library who would like to help us be there for future generations. These supporters have made a commitment to the Lethbridge Public Library and its core values through their Will, or through an annuity or life insurance policy. When you include a legacy gift for the Lethbridge Public Library in your estate plan, you will be part of this exclusive group.

As a member of this group, you will receive information about the Lethbridge Public Library programs, events and services, as well as invitations/tickets to special events.

If you prefer, your commitment to the Lethbridge Public Library can remain confidential. However, we still would still like to know about your intention to leave a bequest to the Library. This allows us to maintain accurate records, and to show our appreciation privately.

There are many ways to leave a lasting legacy to the Lethbridge Public Library. Discussions with your legal or financial advisor, and or family, can help you determine which option is best for you.

Donate Your Time

Tutor adult learners, help design our teen programs, or assist the Friends in raising funds for the Library! There are a variety of volunteer opportunities available at the Library.

Check out the Library’s volunteer opportunities here. 

Donate Materials

Donations of materials help to enhance our resources and services for the community. Items may be added to our collection, placed in the Friends of the Library sales, or offered to social service organizations.

Donations of materials valued at $20 or more are eligible for a tax receipt. 

  • Material that is less than 10 years old 
  • Material that is only gently used and odor free 
  • Material that are classics or are from acclaimed authors 

  • Material that is older than 10 years of age 
  • Material in poor condition 
  • Textbooks, magazines, encyclopedias, VHS, cassettes, CDs, DVDs

Acceptable materials can be delivered during library open hours to the Service Entrance in the northwest corner of the Main Branch. Small quantities of acceptable materials may be delivered to any Customer Service desk at the Main or Crossings branches. All donations of materials are subject to the Library's acquisition, processing, and circulation policies and procedures.

Other Donations

The Library accepts other donations including tickets and passes for our Lethbridge Presents program, program equipment and supplies, in-kind donations, and alternatives to cash donations such as bequests, life insurance and public securities.  There are also sponsorship opportunities available.  Contact us at 403-380-7341 to discuss your options for donating to the Library. 

The City of Lethbridge Library Board is established under the Alberta Libraries Act and hopes to raise approximately $70,000 at an estimated cost of $6,000 this year, to be used for the expansion of programs and services. For further information, please contact the Library at 810 5 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4C4 or 403-380-7310.