Financial Donations

The Glendale Public Library welcomes financial gifts from individuals, corporations, foundations and estates for the general support of library services and for specific programs and projects. Please fill out this short online form or call Dawn Ferro, Library Administrator, at 623-930-3554 for more information.


Memorial Donations

The library welcomes gifts that present an opportunity to carry on the life interests of an individual or group, or that celebrates a special and meaningful occasion. Donors may suggest a subject, or selection will be made by library staff. The donor's name and the person or organization being honored are inscribed on a book plate placed in each book. The materials are then placed on our shelves for the enjoyment of all library patrons. Please fill out this short online form or call Dawn Ferro, Library Administrator, at 623-930-3554.



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Book and Material Donations

The library accepts donations of gently used books and DVDs/Blu-rays at all library locations. To donate materials, look for a donation bin inside the library or bring your items to any service desk.

The library does not accept encyclopedias, textbooks, outdated medical/legal texts, magazines, or VHS/cassette tapes. The library also does not accept damaged, soiled, or moldy materials. All items are evaluated by librarians to determine if donations will be added to the collection. Donations not added to the collection will be sold in our sales or otherwise redistributed. Your gifts are tax deductible; please note that staff are not permitted to assess the value of donated materials.


Donate Your Book to the Arizona Authors Collection

The Glendale Main Library spotlights local talent by featuring an Arizona Authors collection. If you have written a book that you would like to donate for inclusion in this collection, please fill out and follow the instructions on our Arizona Authors Procedure Form.