Give or Donate

USED BOOK DONATIONS

Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) accepts donations of current books, audiobooks, music CDs, and DVDs that are in good condition on behalf of the Friends of the Library. Funds raised by book sales are used by the Friends of the Library to support library programs and special events for all ages. For more information visit our donating materials page.

As of June 2023, the following libraries are accepting donations: Bull Run, Central, Chinn Park, Haymarket Gainesville, Manassas City, Montclair, and Potomac.

AMAZON WISH LIST

Looking for a way to help your library? Check out the Library’s Amazon Wish List where you will see our small and curated list of most-needed items. You can even donate a book in honor or memory of someone, and special gift plates can be placed in the items you donate.

GIFTS IN MEMORY OF (HONOR OF) AN INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP

You can donate money, books, audiobooks, eBooks, music CDs, DVDs, or other items in memory of or in honor of someone special. Just stop by your local library to inquire, or call Materials Services, 703-792-6100, for more information or assistance.

SUPPORT THE PRINCE WILLIAM LIBRARY FOUNDATION

The Prince William Library Foundation was established in 1998 to allow community-minded citizens, organizations, and businesses to make endowments and contributions that support a wide range of library services, activities, and projects. The Prince William Library Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization existing solely to solicit and accept tax-deductible gifts. For more information about the Prince William Library Foundation, their mission, projects, and fundraising events, or to make a tax-deductible donation, visit their website at princewilliamlibraryfoundation.org.

SUPPORT OR JOIN OUR FRIENDS...OF THE LIBRARY

PWPL has seven Friends groups that provide support to all of our libraries. The Friends enable branches and neighborhood libraries to offer many free cultural, recreational, and informational programs to the community. To join one of the Friends groups or to learn more about the Friends or their book sales, please click on the links below:

Book Sales

Apply to become a Friend
- Friends of Bull Run Regional Library
- Friends of the Chinn Park Regional Library
- Friends of Central Community Library
- Friends of Gainesville Library
- Friends of Manassas City Library
- Friends of the Montclair Library
- Friends of the Potomac Library

PURCHASE A COMMEMORATIVE BRICK

To purchase your Commemorative Brick, complete the online form, print, and mail it along with a check made payable to Prince William Public Libraries. Please specify if it is a Gift Brick. A Gift Brick Certificate will be mailed to the recipient indicating it is a gift from you. All donations to Prince William Public Libraries are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Please consult your tax advisor regarding the tax-deductibility of your donation. These bricks can be laid at Haymarket Gainesville Library, Montclair Library, or Potomac Library. If you need assistance or have questions, please contact [email protected].

BEQUESTS AND YEAR END GIFTS

A gift made to Prince William Public Libraries before December 31 may be used as a charitable donation and are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Please consult your tax advisor regarding the tax-deductibility of your donation. Gifts made to Prince William Public Libraries comply with IRS regulations governing charitable donations.

ONLINE DONATION FORM

You can also leave a lasting legacy to your community with a gift to Prince William Public Libraries in your will, living trust, or retirement plan. Please contact PWPL's Director’s Office or Library Financial Services, 703-792-6100, for more information.