Make a Gift to the Foundation
The Foundation raises dollars to support the programs and services that just can’t be covered through the library’s normal annual operating budget.
What do those dollars do?
Foundation dollars support the annual Summer Reading program for children and teens. Your support last year allowed us to grant the library $40,000 to reach out to 6000 children and teens who read 42,000 hours during an eight week program…
AViD (Authors Visiting in Des Moines) »
Foundation dollars bring you the authors series each year. This free program introduces the Des Moines community to such nationally known authors as Bill Bryson, Janet Evanovich, Alexander McCall Smith and many, many others…
Teen Center at Central
Grants from the Foundation support the Teen Center at Central with programming ranging from Anime Club to How to Get & Keep Your First Job. Programming for teens has been supported entirely through private contributions since 2006.
Live Homework Help »
a one-on-one live tutoring program for students of any age. All any student needs to get free tutoring is a Des Moines library card. Private contributions have guaranteed the continuation of this vital program.
How can I help?
You can make a gift to the Des Moines Public Library Foundation by:
Mailing a gift to:
1000 Grand Avenue
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
OnlineDonation
Use the Donate Now button on our web page and making an on-line donation through PayPal.
Honors or Memorials
A gift can be made in honor of, or in memory of, someone you care about. Should you wish to make a gift to our book collection in honor or in memory simply forward the gift to the Foundation with instructions and/or contact information and we will work with directly on the gift. A bookplate may be added at the time the book(s) is added to the collection.
Gift of Stock
Yes, you can make a gift of stock. Please call the foundation director at 248-6402 for additional information.
Thank you for your support … the difference between an excellent library and a great library may be you!