Other Ways to Give

Click on the links below to check out ways to donate to Lexington Public Library:

Planned gifts provide the resources that create extraordinary opportunities and preserve Lexington Public Library's future. Learn about creative giving strategies to enhance your and your family's well being, as well as Lexington Public Library's.

Give Stock [2]

Donating appreciated securities, such as stocks or mutual funds, to Lexington Public Library is a tax-wise approach for providing programs and services for our community. Click here [3] to see how your taxes may be affected by making a gift of stock rather than cash.

Workplace Giving [4]

A workplace giving campaign is an annual employee giving charitable campaign. Employees are given a chance to support our community through their workplace giving campaign, and corporations are able to help make philanthropy a part of their corporate future.

Become a Fundraiser [5]

People committed to making a difference in the world are the lifeblood and energy of Lexington Public Library. We ask patrons, communities and organizations to become involved with issues that affect the underserved in Fayette County. Learn how you, your school or your community group can help support Lexington Public Library's efforts through grassroots aid.

EBay Giving Works/Mission Fish [6]

Charity listings often get more bids and higher prices than regular eBay listings — great news for sellers who were already thinking about supporting Lexington Public Library with their auctions!

Friends Book Cellar Shopping [7]

When you shop at our Friends Book Cellar, your purchases can make a difference for those whose lives are impacted daily by the Library. You’ll help Lexington Public Library on every purchase you make.

Host an Event [8]

Inspired by the idea that "giving is better than receiving" and the thrill that giving more is even better. Share an idea with us for hosting a fundraising event. Contact Kristen Bennett at kbennett@lexpublib.org [9].

Civic Rush [10]

Civic Rush makes it easy for people to do good, be inspired, and want to inspire others to join them in giving back by providing users with means to connect with people, leaders, charities, nonprofit organizations, and brands that inspire them to donate time and money!

Links:
[1] mailto:kbennett@lexpublib.org?subject=Planned%20Giving
[2] mailto:kbennett@lexpublib.org?subject=Giving%20Stock
[3] 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[4] mailto:kbennett@lexpublib.org?subject=Workplace%20Giving
[5] mailto:kbennett@lexpublib.org?subject=How%20Can%20You%20Fundraise%20for%20LPL
[6] http://www.ebaygivingworks.com/donatenow.html
[7] http://www.lexpublib.org/friends
[8] mailto:kbennett@lexpublib.org?subject=Host%20an%20Event
[9] mailto:kbennett@lexpublib.org
[10] http://civicrush.com/profiles/453873
[11] http://www.lexpublib.org/term/taxonomy/term/630
[12] http://www.lexpublib.org/taxonomy/term/1834
[13] http://www.lexpublib.org/taxonomy/term/1914