Library supporters come in all shapes and sizes. Each one is integral in helping UBC Library reach its goal of being a leader in information resources and services. UBC Library has received some remarkable gifts that have greatly enhanced its collections and services. Please take a moment to read how these donors’ generosity has benefited students, faculty, researchers and community users, by visiting our Stories of Support.
Library Supporters 2009-2010
- $2,990,912.32 raised, including cash donations, pledges and gifts in kind
- 1631 Gifts
- 1607 Individual donors
- 24 Corporations
Library Supporters 2008-2009
UBC Library and the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre benefit greatly from the generosity of donors, who provide valuable funding for many purposes and gifts-in-kind that enhance collections. The Library and Learning Centre are grateful for the 1,256 gifts received from dedicated friends, donors and alumni during this reporting period. Valued at $2,954,617, these included cash donations, pledges and gifts-in-kind made to various endowments and projects. For more information on gifts from 2008-2009, visit the UBC Librarian’s Report to the Senate.
Library Supporters 2007-2008
UBC Library and the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre benefit greatly from the generosity of donors, who provide valuable funding for a variety of purposes and gifts-in-kind that enhance collections. The Library and Learning Centre are grateful for the 1,303 gifts received from dedicated friends, donors and alumni during this reporting period. Valued at $957,713.05, these included cash donations, pledges and gifts-in-kind made to various endowments and projects. For more information on gifts from 2007-2008, visit the UBC Librarian’s Report to the Senate.
Library Supporters 2006-2007
In 2006/07, alumni, faculty, staff, students, parents of students, foundations, corporations and other Friends of UBC Library donated over $1,000,000 in funds and gifts-in-kind, such as rare books or maps. Thanks to these donations the Library was able to improve its collections and services immensely. For more information on gifts from 2006-2007, visit the UBC Librarian’s Report to the Senate.
