In observance of Memorial Day, all Phoenix Public Library locations except Cholla, Harmon and Yucca Libraries will be closed Monday, May 26, 2025.
Phoenix Public Library accepts donations to support its functions and services. Donations may include library materials, cash, art, or other items. Overall, donations will be used to:
The Library will defer art donation proposals to the City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture. Should the Library and the Office of Arts and Culture mutually deem the Library as the viable recipient of an art donation proposal, the Library will address the following:
Ensure that the donation furthers the mission of Phoenix Public Library, meets the goals of the Library’s Strategic Plan, and improves/enhances services to the public.
Follow the process and procedures as outlined by the City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture.
On occasion, a community member may wish to donate a high value item to the Library. In such cases, the following guidelines will be followed:
The Library Director will determine whether or not the Library is interested in accepting the donated item based on whether it furthers the mission of Phoenix Public Library, meets the goals of the Library’s Strategic Plan, and improves/enhances services to the public.
The Library Director will present the proposed donation to the Library Advisory Board for their approval or denial.
In accordance with AR 5.13, a formal Request for Council Action (RCA) will be submitted requesting council’s permission to accept the donated item.
Donations Policy
Phoenix Public Library accepts donations to support its functions and services.