Create a Lasting Legacy
Imagine creating a legacy that continues to support your passion and values for the library long after you're gone.
By establishing an endowment, you can ensure your contributions make a difference for generations to come. Our endowed funds are strategically invested with Greater Tacoma Community Foundation (GTCF) to preserve their original value and generate income to reflect your support for the Library.
What is an Endowment?
An endowment is a fund invested to provide long-term support for a particular nonprofit organization or cause in perpetuity. A portion of the fund is made available annually while the remaining assets are retained in to provide for growth over time.​
GTCF manages the endowment investment and administrative details for Pierce County Library Foundation and adheres to GTCF Endowment Spending Policy.
Endowment Support Areas
Children's Literacy
Distributions support children’s collection and outreach program book purchases and enable children and teens to participate in programs designed to engage curiosity and encourage their love of books and reading.
Endowments supporting children are a vital resource for Pierce County youth and their families.
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Funded by: Ethel M. McIntyre Outreach Endowment Fund
Collections
Distributions focus on materials to integrate learning and reading into daily life. Selections include e-books, audiobooks, music and film, and extensive online content.
Funded by:
Margaret K. Ellis Endowment (Key Center Library)
Carolyn Else Endowment for Library Collections
Danae Rideout Steilacoom Library Endowment Fund
Unrestricted
Distributions support the Library with the ultimate flexibility in responding to critical and strategic needs.
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Funded by:
Anonymous Endowment
Maureen T. Bala Endowment
Pierce County Library Foundation Endowment