Ways to Give

How You Can Help

There are many ways to help us outfit Madison Public Library to better serve the community. Your generosity results in equal opportunity access for all, improved literacy, technology skills development and a thriving Madison community for years to come. We accept a broad range of contributions and truly believe that no act of giving is too small. Learn more about each of our giving opportunities below.  

Annual Fund

Gifts to the annual fund support collections, technology, professional development, equity and innovation, and special requests from library leadership.

Wisconsin Book Festival

This year-round celebration of fiction, nonfiction, poetry and other literary forms presents acclaimed authors in live-streamed programs to encourage reading and discussions.

Events

We present a variety of fundraising events each year, as well as donor recognition events and financial education workshops to help donors make the most of their giving. 

Giving Later

A legacy gift demonstrates the ultimate commitment to sustaining the libraries beyond your lifetime. It’s a smart gift, too, because it can also bring benefits to the donor.  

Make a Stock Gift

View our stock transfer instructions to complete a donation of stock to our organization. 

View Our Tribute Gifts

View our 2020 Tribute gift records. Tribute donations are made in honor or in memory of a loved one.