As an independent research library, the Library Company isn’t funded by a parent organization; rather, it has relied for 275 years on the generosity of individuals whose responsible stewardship has created an institution with remarkable holdings and financial stability. Through bequests of collections and funds, those benefactors, in providing for the future of the Library Company, helped make the institution what it is today — an internationally-renowned repository of historical treasures available to all readers free of charge.

 

Today, your planned gift will not only contribute to the Library Company, it could also produce tax advantages and income for yourself or others. As a steward of our future, you will be included in the James Rush Society in honor of Dr. James Rush whose books and papers are an important part of our collection. Rush Society members are duly noted at Library Company Annual Meetings and other events and in Library Company publications.

 

Not sure whether to make an outright gift or a deferred gift?
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Bequests

Be in the company of friends. In 2002, bequest giving reached approximately $18 billion or 7.5% of total charitable giving. Making a bequest to the Library Company is easy, does not affect assets or cash flow during your lifetime, and can be changed at any time. Bequests may also remain private or with your permission you can be recognized through the James Rush Society.

 

Charitable Gift Annuities

There is no need to settle for bank CD rates of 2 or 3% when you can make a charitable gift to the Library Company and receive up to 11%.

 

Establishing an Endowment

An endowment at the Library Company of Philadelphia will link you to our fine institution in perpetuity.

 

Charitable Trusts

If you wish to retain income or to provide an income for someone else, would like to have your gift individually managed, and are interested in increasing your capacity to make a gift to the Library Company, then a trust may be the right choice for you.

 

We invite you to join the great benefactors of the Library Company's past in shaping the future of this great institution. To find out more about the Library Company's planned giving program, contact:

 

The Library Company of Philadelphia

Development Office

1314 Locust Street

Philadelphia , PA 19107

(215) 546-3181 ext 133

www.librarycompany.org

 

We encourage you to consult with your attorney or tax advisor to determine the planned giving approach that is right for you.

 

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