Give back to your community with a gift to Starr Library
Your generosity helps provide free access to books, educational programs, and community services. Every gift, no matter the size or form, strengthens our mission and our future. Thank you for considering a donation!
One-Time/Monthly/Yearly Online Giving: Use our easy online form to give today by credit card, debit card, or a savings or checking account. Become a sustaining supporter by making it a recurring gift that provides reliable, ongoing support — just set it and forget it!
Check: Checks may be made payable to “Starr Library” and mailed to 68 W. Market St., Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Major Gifts: Leave your mark! A significant one-time gift can support special projects like renovating a reading room, expanding digital resources, or launching a new educational initiative. You have the power to create an immediate, transformative impact on a specific area of need. Contact us to talk about making a major gift.
Donor-Advised Funds and Gifts of Stocks: Support the library while potentially saving on capital gains taxes! You may receive a charitable deduction for the full market value and avoid paying taxes on the gains. Ask your financial advisor to help you direct your gift to Starr Library, EIN 14-1558090. (Note that Starr Library may also be listed as Starr Institute in charitable organization directories.) For easy donations through a donor-advised fund, visit DAFdirect.
Bequests and Planned Giving: Leave a Legacy! Your gift can ensure the library continues to serve future generations. Add the library to your will, trust, or name us as a beneficiary of a retirement account or life insurance policy.
Company Match: Your company may match your donation to Starr Library, enabling you to double or even triple your impact! Check with your HR department to find out if your company participates.
Why Your Support Matters
Your generosity helps us:
- Expand our collection of books, audiobooks, and digital resources
- Host free community events, author talks, and workshops
- Provide access to technology and internet for all
- Maintain welcoming spaces for learning and connection
- Offer educational programs for all ages
Every dollar makes a difference. Thank you for investing in our community’s future.
Have questions or need assistance with your gift? Please contact us at info@starrlibrary.org or (845) 876-4030.