Dear All,

 

My name is Trisha Smith and I am a Library Advancement Intern at the Smithsonian Libraries.  I am currently working to help develop a recognition program for donors who give books to our collections (gift in kind donors). These donations help us to grow our collections without using our own funds toward new acquisitions. We would like to establish a program to acknowledge these donations in addition to the “thank you” note donors receive.

 

I am interested in speaking with organizations that have established a process for thanking book donors to their library.  Any information you could provide about your best practices and how you recognize donors to your collection would be helpful, either by email or by phone (I’m happy to arrange a time to speak at your convenience).

 

I hope to collect and review my research and findings by early April, so any input before then is most appreciated.

 

Many thanks in advance for your time and feedback as I brainstorm ideas for the Libraries’ book donation stewardship program.

 

Best,

 

Trisha Smith

Smithsonian Libraries Intern

LIS Student, Catholic University of America

Washington, DC