Contributions to the Libraries enable Columbia to build on its tradition of academic excellence, and to retain its prominence as one of the largest academic research libraries in the United States. Alumni, faculty, community supporters—anyone who loves books, libraries, and scholarly research is encouraged to become a Friend of the Columbia Libraries. Your financial support assists each of the 22 libraries at Columbia, serving the wide range of academic programs and professional schools. In exchange, members enjoy a special relationship with the Libraries that includes an annual calendar of cultural, educational, and social events.
 
 
       
Click the image for a History of the Friends of the Columbia Libraries.
 
     
 

To start or renew your Friends of the Columbia Libraries membership , choose from one of the easy methods below.

If you are joining or renewing in order to enjoy reading or borrowing privileges at the Libraries, please first call 212-854-4746 and we will be happy to assist you.

 

 
Fill out a secure form
 
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Please support the Libraries by joining or renewing your membership at one of the membership levels described below.
 
 
 
   

There are several other types of gifts that can provide substantial tax savings to donors while helping the Libraries at Columbia University.

Also, please keep in mind that many corporations maintain matching gift programs that can multiply the benefits of your contribution.

 
       
       

Gifts of Securities Appreciated stocks and bonds make simple and tax-effective gifts.

Life Income Plans Charitable remainder trusts, charitable gift annuities, and pooled income funds provide donors with a fixed or variable income stream, tax advantages, and ultimately benefit the Libraries as well.

Bequests A gift to Columbia Libraries in your will can be a valuable part of your estate plan while helping to ensure that the Libraries continue to flourish in the future.

Gifts of Appreciated Assets Real estate and other tangible personal property may be donated.

Matching Gifts Many companies will make a matching gift to Columbia when one of their employees makes a donation. Click here to find out if your company has such a program using our convenient search engine.

     
For more information, please contact:
 

Matthew A. Hampel
Annual Giving & Special Events Officer

Columbia University Libraries
506 Butler Library, MC1103
New York, NY 10027
Phone: 212.854.4746
E-mail: mh932@columbia.edu