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When you choose to support WCLF, you become part of something bigger—a community committed to lifelong learning, opportunity, and connection. Your generosity helps expand access to resources, enrich library programs, and create welcoming spaces where people of all ages can learn, discover, and thrive.

Ways to Support WCLF

Thank you for supporting WCLF. Whether you choose to make a one-time gift, become a recurring (monthly) donor, donate via DAF (Donor Advised Funds), or write a check, your generosity helps ensure our two Walnut Creek libraries have the resources they need to serve our community year-round.

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Gifts by Credit Card

You can make a one-time or recurring monthly gift to WCLF with a credit card using our secure donor form. Recurring gifts are especially valuable, providing reliable support that allows WCLF to plan ahead and respond to evolving needs. We are grateful for your support and invite you to make your gift today.

Gifts by Check

Please make checks payable to:

Walnut Creek Library Foundation or WCLF and mail to: Walnut Creek Library Foundation, P.O. Box 4979 Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Matching Gifts

Many employers will matching gifts programs, or corporate matching, which can double or even triple your charitable donation. Please contact your Human Resources Office to see if your company has a matching program.

Donor Advised Gifts

A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is a simple, tax-efficient way to support the Walnut Creek Library Foundation. If you have a DAF through a sponsoring organization, you can recommend a grant to help fund library programs, literacy initiatives, community events, and lifelong learning opportunities.

Legal Name: Walnut Creek Library Foundation

Tax ID (EIN): 94-3312473 

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 4979, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Gifts of Stock

Consider donating appreciated stock, which will often create tax benefits for donors.  Please call WCLF Executive Director Joanna Grossman at 925.935.5395 for instructions on how to transfer gifts of stock.

Planned Giving - Join The Heritage Circle

Leave a lasting legacy to the Walnut Creek Library Foundation by remembering us in your estate plans. You do not have to rewrite your current documents. You can simply add an amendment to your will or living trust. To leave the Walnut Creek Library Foundation in your will, click here for suggested bequest language.

Donors who include the Walnut Creek Library Foundation in their estate plans are honored through the Foundation’s Heritage Circle, a recognition group that honors and thanks donors for their support of Walnut Creek Libraries. 


For more information, please email joanna@wclibrary.org

Why give?

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    Make A Difference

    Your gift directly supports Walnut Creek’s two public libraries, helping fund programs, collections, and experiences that enrich lives across our community.

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    Support What You Value

    Invest in literacy, lifelong learning, and free access to knowledge—values that strengthen individuals, families, and the entire Walnut Creek community.

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    Be Part of a Community Effort

    Join neighbors, donors, and partners working together to ensure our libraries remain vibrant, welcoming spaces for learning, connection, and discovery.

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    Create Lasting Impact

    Your contribution helps sustain library programs and services today while building a strong foundation for future generations of readers and learners.

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    Support Local Libraries

    Your donation stays right here in Walnut Creek, funding hands-on programs and resources at both the Downtown Library and Ygnacio Valley Library.

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    Inspire a Culture of Giving

    Your generosity sets an example and encourages others to support the public spaces that bring our community together.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. The Walnut Creek Library Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Donors should consult their tax advisor regarding the deductibility of their gift.

  • Your donation directly supports programs, resources, services, and enhancements that help our libraries better serve the Walnut Creek community. Because public funding often covers basic operations, the Walnut Creek Library Foundation helps provide additional opportunities and improvements that would not otherwise be possible.

  • Yes! Volunteers play an important role in supporting our libraries and strengthening our community.

    There are a variety of ways to get involved, from assisting with special events and fundraising activities to serving on committees or helping advocate for library programs and services. Opportunities may vary throughout the year based on current needs.

    If you are interested in volunteering with the Walnut Creek Library Foundation, please contact us at joanna@wclibrary.org to learn about available opportunities and how your skills and interests can make a difference.

    Whether you give your time, talents, or resources, your support helps our libraries thrive.

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  • The Walnut Creek Library Foundation gratefully accepts certain in-kind donations that support our mission and programs. Examples may include event sponsorship items, auction packages, professional services, technology, or other goods that help advance library programs and community engagement.

    Because our needs vary throughout the year, we encourage prospective donors to contact us before making an in-kind gift. This helps ensure that the donation can be used effectively and provides the greatest benefit to the Foundation and the libraries we support.

  • Yes. Tribute gifts may be made in honor or memory of a family member, friend, teacher, librarian, or loved one. If requested, we are happy to notify the honoree or their family of your thoughtful gift.