The MIT Libraries face an unprecedented challenge to sustain traditional standards of excellence while extending their role into cutting edge resources and enhanced services. Donors at all levels have many opportunities to support the Libraries.
Projects vary in size and scope, so there is an array of choices for donors.
Supporting technological service enhancements through an endowed fund for educational technology, or through specific initiatives, such as creating a wireless networking environment or underwriting digital archiving. The costs of print collections continue to increase, and there are new costs to be borne for access to electronic resources and other new media. Donors interested in collections may choose to support a particular library, an academic discipline or profession, or a more specifically defined subject. A gift to the MIT Libraries supports the Institute's entire intellectual community. The Libraries are a highly visible, intensively used resource.