Ways to Give for Individuals

There are several ways you can make a donation to the Iowa City Public Library Friends Foundation. Gifts of any size are appreciated. Keeping your personal and financial information private is our top priority. The Iowa City Public Library Friends Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization registered with the IRS and the State of Iowa. All gifts are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our tax identification number (TIN) is 42-1181774.

Online

Visit our secure online donation portal to make a donation today! Make a bigger impact by setting up a recurring donation of $10 or more a month! Recurring donations help the ICPL Friends Foundation budget and plan for the future. Thank you for considering ongoing support!

Questions about donating online? Call the ICPL Friends Foundation at 319-356-5249 for assistance.

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By Mail

Download and print the donation form and send it with your check or credit card information to:

ICPL Friends Foundation
123 South Linn St.
Iowa City, IA 52240

Gifts of Stock

To make gifts of stock, please contact the Foundation at 319-356-5249 for current stock transfer information.

Donor Advised Funds (DAF)

DAFs can be easily set up through many financial institutions or community foundations. You can search for Iowa City Public Library Friends Foundation as a beneficiary of your gift, or use the DAF Direct form below. Our tax identification number is 42-1181774.

Individual Retirement Account

You can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution from your IRA directly to the ICPL Friends Foundation. Simply provide the ICPLFF’s tax identification number 42-1181774 to your IRA provider and ask them to make the distribution to the Iowa City Public Library Friends Foundation.

Create a Legacy

Designate a gift in your estate plan or establish an endowment fund in your name or the name of a loved one.

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Endowment Giving

Establish an endowment fund in your name or the name of a loved one. Learn more by contacting development@icpl.org or call 319-356-5249.

Donate Your Car

Fill out this online form or call 1-855-500-7433 to contact CARS (Charitable Adult Rides and Services). CARS picks up your car for free and sends The Iowa City Public Library Foundation a check for 80 percent of its cash value.

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Legacy & Planned Giving

Individual Retirement Account

You can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution from your IRA directly to the ICPL Friends Foundation. Simply provide the ICPLFF’s tax identification number 42-1181774 to your IRA provider, and ask them to make the distribution to the Iowa City Public Library Friends Foundation.

Create a Legacy

Designate a gift in your estate plan or establish an endowment fund in your name or the name of a loved one. Learn more here.

Merchandise

Visit our Raygun Store online to purchase ICPL merchandise!

Or visit The Book End on the 2nd floor of the ICPL to see what’s in stock!