Support Your Library
The Library’s highest priority is to inspire a lifelong commitment to learning and creativity which we believe leads to a more prosperous and connected community.
While tax dollars provide us with a strong financial base, your generous donations are used solely for Library innovations and services that are beyond the daily operating budget such as an expanded Home Borrowing Program, additional Hot Reads and Hot DVDs, as well as support for our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Program and Summer Reading for all ages. Thank you for your support!
Ways to Donate
Making a donation to the Library is even easier. Look below for a list of donation categories. Click the button for those that interest you. Then complete the form to make your donation!
Stretch Your Donation Out
If giving seems like too much at one time, consider setting up a smaller donation on a monthly recurring basis. Merely set up to make a donation at a regular interval and go!
What Kind of Donation Can I Make?
Annual Appeal – Summer Reading
Did you know the biggest program that we host annually is Summer Reading? Each year, we have thousands of children, teens and adults sign up and read countless hours to earn incentives. Consider giving to Summer Reading as part of this year’s Annual Appeal.
General Fund
Donating to our General Fund is a great way to support your Library! With these donations, we can support a wide variety of library initiatives. Supported projects include but not limited to: technology, library materials and programs for adults and other building projects.
Endowment Fund
The Endowment Fund is utilized by the board of trustees to award grants to library employees for special projects or purchases that add to the Library’s mission and vision. Make a donation to the Library’s Endowment Fund, or consider leaving a donation to the fund in your will.
Memorial / Tribute
Make a donation to the Library in Memory of a lost loved one, or as a Tribute to someone special in your life. Setting up a recurring donation is a great way to honor their legacy on a monthly basis. A Memorial or Tribute makes a wonderful gift!
Sponsor a Paver on Library Lane
Our project was completed in September 2024. This vibrant garden space enriches our library community, provides opportunities for outdoor programming, and expands on our sustainability efforts which will impact your family and future generations to come.
We have several hundred engraved pavers, made possible by generous donations. But do not worry, there are still many more pavers that need sponsorship.
Click this button to learn more and to sponsor your paver today!
Sponsor a Shelf
Your donation of $100 gets your name on a plaque on one of the library’s many shelves. This makes a great gift as well!
Pet Memorial
Honor the memory of a special pet by donating to the Library. Your donation will purchase a book about animals in their memory.
Books & Beyond is a Gift Shop managed and staffed entirely by volunteers.
The shop is located on the main level, right inside the entrance, across from the Customer Service Desk. All proceeds from the shop benefit the Kirkwood Public Library. Call (314) 821 5770, option 8 for more information.
More About Books & Beyond
Thank You for Supporting Your Library!
Supporters July 2025 – June 2026
Nancy Bailey
Arthur and Marilyn Benjamin
Rich and Pat Bradley
Anne Hizar
Jeanne Jarvis
Teresa and Shawn Kelly
Kate Meyer
Debbie Oehmen
Diane Pfaus
Ruth Powell
Nancy Price
Don Richardson
Margaret Stockmann
