How to Donate to the Earlville Library District
Support Your Library
The Earlville Library District is proud to serve our community by providing free access to books, technology, programs, and lifelong learning opportunities for all ages. While tax funding supports our core services, donations allow us to enhance programs, expand collections, and respond to community needs.
Your support—large or small—helps make our library a welcoming, vibrant space for everyone.
Ways to Donate
Monetary Donations
Monetary gifts may be made in the following ways:
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In person/by mail – Checks payable to Earlville Library District
Earlville Library District
205 W. Winthrop St. #420
Earlville, IL 60518
*We do not have online payment options at this time.
If you’d like to discuss a donation or have questions, please contact us at 815-246-9543 or earlvillelibrary@yahoo.com
Memorial & Honor Donations
Donations may be made in memory of or in honor of an individual.
These gifts are often used to purchase books, materials, or support program costs.
If you would like to make a memorial or honor donation, please include:
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The name of the person being honored or remembered
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Any preferred designation (if applicable)
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Contact information for acknowledgement
Material Donations
The library gratefully accepts donations of books and other materials. Due to space limitations and collection guidelines, not all donated items can be added to the circulating collection.
Items that are not added to the collection will be:
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Placed on our free community shelf, where patrons may take items at no cost, or
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Used for programs, giveaways, or other library needs when appropriate
We are unable to guarantee that donated items will be returned or added to the collection.
If you have a large donation or questions about what we can currently accept, please contact the library before bringing items in.
How Donations Are Used
Donations help support:
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New books, DVDs, and digital resources
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Programming for all ages
- Technology upgrades and supplies
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Special projects not covered by the operating budget
Thank You for Supporting Your Library
Every donation helps strengthen library services for our entire community.
We are sincerely grateful for your support.