Kent State University Libraries are able to consider offers of gift materials for our collections only in limited circumstances. All offers will be evaluated to determine whether the donation meets library collection objectives and is consistent with the learning, teaching, and research needs of Kent State University. Please note the following:

• Gifts are made with the understanding that University Libraries reserves the exclusive right to make any future collection decisions (e.g., where to store the materials, deaccession, etc.) related to the gift items.
• University Libraries may choose not to add donated materials to the collection for a variety of reasons, such as duplication of existing titles, poor physical condition, or those that fall outside the scope of our collection development guidelines. Any donated materials that are not added to our collection may be sent to other libraries, sold, or recycled.
• University Libraries does not return any donated items that are not added to the collection.
• Gift materials selected for addition to the collection are cataloged and processed as time permits. There may be a significant delay between donation and processing of the materials for our collection.
• If you are interested in donating materials that you believe are archival or historical to Kent State University, please visit the department of Special Collection & Archives: Donations & Gifts FAQ for more information.

Due to IRS guidelines, Kent State University Libraries is unable to appraise donations. Federal tax law generally allows individual donors who give non-cash gifts to the University to claim a charitable contribution deduction for the fair market value of the gift. Donors should speak with a tax professional to understand any tax implications related to donating materials to University Libraries.

Upon receipt of your donation, University Libraries can send an acknowledgement letter that details your donation at a very high level (e.g., 15 architecture books). Please let us know if you need such a letter at the time of the donation.

If you agree to the above conditions and would like to inquire about making a donation to University Libraries, please complete the donor information form.