Final acceptance depends on the same criteria as those for purchased items, namely, timeliness, scope, literary or scholarly quality, physical condition, processing costs and available shelf space. Materials not selected for addition to the collection will be offered to the Friends of Morris Library for their booksales, the proceeds of which help fund other purchases and services. Other types of material should be approved by the Gifts Unit prior to donation. Library personnel do not appraise gift material. The value of a gift must be determined prior to the donation and is the responsibility of the donor.
Reference books are available in the Library to help determine the value of an item or collection.
Persons giving large donations are cautioned to consult their own tax advisors for more information. Formal acknowledgment of the gift may be requested by the donor at the time of donation. The Library has been greatly enriched through the generous gifts of benefactors. Gifts of money are also welcome and appreciated.