University of Guelph Library
When you create an endowment you ensure that your gift to the University will last forever. An endowment for the Library enables you to direct funding in perpetuity to:
- a specific collection area
- a specific collection
- a library staff position or student internships
- other educational resources
Endowments may also be unrestricted and allocated at the discretion of the Chief Librarian. An endowment fund can be named for you or for your loved ones, thus provide lasting recognition of a remarkable life or an important event, such as an anniversary.
Guelph's endowment policy ensures the security of your gift and the fulfillment of your intentions and plans. The gift of capital is entirely invested in your name within the University's endowment fund. Each year a part of the accrued growth, after allowance for inflation protection, is awarded according to your wishes.
Annual reports will be sent to you detailing the accomplishments and purchases that your thoughtful gift makes possible. The University works closely with each of our donors to develop a recognition program that may also include personalized bookplates placed on each item purchased through the endowment recognition on the Library's Web site.
In this way, your contribution becomes a permanent memorial and a permanent resource that benefits the University forever.
Learn more about the endowment OAC '32 alumnus Ernest (Ernie) Kendall created to support Archives and Special Collections.
To discuss creating an endowment, please contact:
Jennifer Lorette
Senior Development Manager
Library and College of Arts
Alumni Affairs and Development
The University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario, Canada
N1G 2W1
Office: 519-824-4120, Ext. 52455
Mobile: 519-591-5511