Tori, 
They might be the same, and they might be different -- as always, results and opinions may vary.  *smile*

For me, I've always thought one to be the legal document transferring ownership (deed of gift), and the donation (accession) form being the acceptance of that gift into your collection.  The Deed of Gift can have basic information as required by the IRS for the donor's tax records, (and is shared with the donor) whereas the accession form might be much more in-depth, (and is intended for internal use only).   The accession form is where I would record not just the donor information, but also the object's size, age, history, relevant marks, condition,  etc.  I'd even use the accession form (or an attached document) to record those funny little anecdotes about the object that you might want to record for posterity, and/or include in an exhibit label sometime down the road! 



- David - 
David Lewis, Curator
Aurora Regional Fire Museum
www.AuroraRegionalFireMuseum.org
 

 

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Hello List


Quick question for you all.....seeking opinions here....
Is there a difference between a Deed of Gift form and a Donation Form? Are both forms needed?
Thanks!



Tori Mason
Historic Croft House Manager
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
615-833-1534 x316
http://www.nashvillezoo.org/grassmere-historic-home
 
Nashville Zoo Mission: 
To inspire a culture of understanding and discovery of our natural world through conservation, innovation and research.
 
Grassmere Historic Farm Mission: 
To preserve and interpret the Croft House and Grassmere Historic Farm, in order to enrich and inspire our visitors, and to educate them about the past, present and future of the property known as the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere. 

 
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