Make a difference through donations, volunteering, or community support.

The Nampa Public Library thrives because of community support. Whether you donate, volunteer, or partner with one of our support organizations, there are many ways you can help strengthen library services for our community.

Make a Financial Donation

Financial gifts help support library materials, programs, and services for the community.

Donations may be made:

  • In person

  • By mail

  • In honor of someone

  • As a memorial gift

  • Estate planning

Memorial and Tribute Donations

Donating to the library in honor of someone is a wonderful way to celebrate their legacy. Donating in someone’s name supports a vital community resource that promotes literacy and lifelong learning. Contribution not only honors their memory but also enriches the lives of others in our community, helping to ensure that future generations have access to books and educational programs. Additionally, donating encourages others to engage with the library and contribute to its mission. It’s a meaningful way to keep their spirit alive while making a positive impact on our community.”

Options include:

  • Engraved Memorial Book

  • Tribute donations

  • Memorial bookplates

  • Soaring Bird Memorial

If no preference is provided, funds will be used where the library has the greatest need.

Tax information

Donations may be tax deductible. Contact the library or your tax advisor for details.

For more information on how to include Nampa Public Library in your estate planning, please contact the Library Director

For questions call:

Ways to support us

Library Foundation

Support major initiatives, projects, and long-term library improvements through the Library Foundation.

Friends of the Library

Support the library through advocacy, fundraising, and community engagement programs.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer your time to support programs, events, and daily library services.

FAQs

You can support the library in several ways, including making a financial donation, donating materials, volunteering your time, or supporting the Library Foundation or Friends of the Library organizations.

Financial donations may be tax deductible. Donors should consult a tax professional for details about their individual situation.

You can donate by completing the financial donation form and submitting it in person or by mail. Contact the library if you need assistance with the process.

Yes. Memorial and tribute donations may be made to honor friends or loved ones. Donors may have the option to help select materials purchased with the donation. Recognition bookplates may also be available.

The library generally accepts:

  • Fiction books
  • Non-fiction books
  • DVDs and CDs

Items should be in good condition and suitable for circulation.

The library typically does not accept:

  • Magazines
  • Textbooks
  • Reference materials
  • Damaged materials

Donated items may be added to the library collection, sold through library support organizations, or repurposed according to library policy.

Both groups support the library in different ways. The Library Foundation typically focuses on long-term funding and major projects, while Friends of the Library often support fundraising events, advocacy, and community programs.

Yes. Community organizations and businesses may support the library through donations, partnerships, or sponsorship opportunities. Contact the library for more information.

In some cases, donations may be directed toward specific programs or needs. Contact the library to discuss options.

  • Memorials and Tributes Honoree Form

    This document is a form for making a donation to the Nampa Public Library in honor or memory of someone.

  • Gifts and Naming Policy

    Governs what kinds of gifts the library may accept and how donor naming opportunities are approved and managed.

    Date Published:
    March 10, 2020

  • Financial Donation Form

    This document is a form used to make a general financial donation to the Nampa Public Library, providing donor details, gift amount, and payment information.