Alhambra Civic Center Library

DONATION POLICY
Gifts of materials will be accepted by the Library within the following guidelines: Materials obtained as gifts must meet the same standards as those stated in the Library Collection Development policy to be included in the Library collection. Gifts become the property of the Alhambra Civic Center Library. Materials may be added or discarded without consulting the original donor. Since the Library is actively used, and sustains losses through theft, mutilation and wear, no guarantee can be made that any gift will be a permanent part of the collection. The Library staff reserves the right to add only selected items from any donation. All items not added to the Library collection become the property of the Friends of the Alhambra Civic Center Library, for disposition as they determine best benefits the Library. Please read our Donation Guidelines.
APPRAISAL The Library cannot evaluate books, periodicals, etc, for collections for estates, private individuals or businesses. A book dealer should be hired to make such appraisals. RECEIPTS Upon request, a receipt in the form of a letter acknowledging the donation will be given to the donor at the time of the donation. This letter may be used by the donor for tax purposes. VALUE OF DONATION In accordance with tax regulations, no dollar value will be stated in the letter of receipt.