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The University of Washington Libraries is the soul of the University.
It’s where all thinkers, at all levels and across all disciplines, meet.
Our Stories
Support for Libraries promotes access to education and information resources through all past, present and emerging technologies.
Explore some of our favorite stories of impact to learn about how UW Libraries makes a difference.
Get involved
Friends of the Libraries Awards
Over the last 30 years Friends Awards have distributed more than half a million dollars to librarians and staff. Potential projects submitted each spring are reviewed for excelling at piloting new ideas and supporting the Libraries mission.
2021 Student Employee Scholarship Awards
In 1998 we created the Libraries Student Employee Scholarship Program. Over the years, and with donor support, more than $292,000 has been awarded to 317 students.
#IHeartUWLibraries Student Video Contest 2021 Winners!
1st Place: “UW Libraries Animated!” by Jillian Templeton
2nd Place: “A Dog’s Perspective“ by Rachel Kisela
3rd Place: “A Multicultural Lens” by Anh Quynh Pham
Ways to give
Online
Support the Libraries’ greatest needs or your interests.
By mail or phone
Mail checks to:
UW Foundation
4333 Brooklyn Ave. NE
Box 359505
Seattle, WA 98195-9505
On the memo line of your check write in “For Libraries” and the name of the fund if you know it.
For fund name information or to make a gift over the phone, call Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm:
206-616-8397
Endowments
What is your passion? Create your own endowment to build a lasting legacy and support the UW in perpetuity.
Contact Sheryl Stiefel
Assistant Dean of University Libraries for Advancement
sstiefel@uw.edu or 206-685-1973.
Non-Cash Gifts
For information on how to make a non-cash gift that will support our students and faculty, contact Carolyn H. Aamot. Books and other materials enrich our collections.
Planned Giving
Help UW Libraries enhance the student experience, support research and ensure the preservation of the past and present for tomorrow through a gift in your will or estate plans. Contact Amy Scott, Director for Planned Giving 206-685-3289 |amyscott@uw.edu, for information about ways to include UW Libraries in your legacy planning.
Stock Gifts and Securities
Considering donating gifts of securities to UW Libraries? Use this step-by-step PDF or contact Robert Bradshaw, 206-685-3814 | robertcb@uw.edu
Friends of the Libraries Board
The Friends of the Libraries Board is a group of dedicated community members with a passion for libraries.
MyUW Giving
See what areas you’ve supported in the past.