Donations of materials that enhance the library collection are welcomed. They become the property of the Ikeda Library, and the items not added to the library collection 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. Donated materials will be reviewed by the librarians to ascertain if they meet collection development criteria before being added to the collection.
In general, we accept items that support the current and evolving curriculum as well as those that support the research needs of students and faculty 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- Outdated titles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 Cataloger's priority, it would likely take a long period of time before making the donated titles ready for circulation.
A prior arrangement with the Library Director is required before delivery of gifts is made. Contact Interim Director of the Library, Saeed FakhriRavari at sfakhriravari@soka.edu (949) 480-4230
Upon delivery, Gift Receipt form (Word / PDF) 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 responsibility of the donor. Book appraisers may be identified in the local directories.
Financial Contribution – Gifts of money should be sent to the Development Office at the University. The Soka Education Fund helps support the library and other needs of the University. A tax receipt will be sent to the donor from the Development Office. More information is available at: http://www.soka.edu/page.cfm?p=178 and the staff can provide assistance at (949) 480-4073 or development@soka.edu.
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