Donations of materials that enhance the library collection are welcomed. They become the property of Ikeda Library, and the items not added to the library are offered to other institutions, sold at book sales, or discarded if in poor condition. Income from book sales is used for the university's benefit.

Because of the high cost of cataloging, processing, and storage, the library is unable to accept all donations. Before being accepted, list of possible donations is required for the librarians to review and ascertain if they meet the collection development criteria.

In general, items that support the current and evolving curricula as well as those that support the research needs of students and faculty are accepted as long as they are NOT:

• Outdated titles
• Titles already owned by the library (unless they are in high demand)
• Scattered issues of periodicals (unless they fill gaps in the library collection)
• Popular trade paperbacks
• Popular magazines
• Materials in poor condition

Since cataloging and processing new books and rush orders are the cataloger's priority, it may take a long period of time before donated titles become ready for circulation.

A prior arrangement with the Library Director and a list of possible donations are required before delivery of gifts is made. Contact Director of the Library, Hiroko Tomono at (949) 480-4116

Upon delivery, Gift Receipt Form needs to be submitted.

Receipt of Gifts
Gifts to the library are acknowledged by the Development Office after approval by the Director of the Library and the Vice President for Academic Affairs. For the Development Office to create a correct receipt acknowledgement, donors are asked to provide a description of the gift items upon delivery. It is recommended that a detailed inventory be prepared before the delivery. 

Gift Valuation
Ikeda Library does not appraise gifts. Determination of the fair market value of a gift to the library for tax purposes is the donor’s responsibility. Book appraisers may be identified in local directories.

Financial Contribution
Gifts of money are accepted at the university Development Office. A tax receipt will be sent to the donor from the Development Office. More information is available at: http://www.soka.edu/giving/default.aspx and the staff can provide assistance at (949) 480-4073 or development@soka.edu

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