For additional questions on how to give to the Louis B. Goodall Memorial Library, you may contact:
Jackie McDougal
Director
Louis B. Goodall Memorial Library
952 Main Street
Sanford, ME 04073
Tel. 207-324-4714
Fax 207-324-5982
E-mail: jmcdougal@lbgoodall.org
Or you can visit our website at:
www.lbgoodall.org

Goodall Library, built as a memorial to Louis B. Goodall by his daughter and son-in-law, Lela and Harvey Thornburg, was presented to the Town of Sanford with the terms to “be forever kept and maintained by the inhabitants therein” This continued the tradition of public library service provided to the citizens of Sanford-Springvale by the Sanford Library Association which was established ca. 1898.
On January 24, 2008 the Louis B. Goodall Memorial Library was entered in the National Register of Historic Places.
Goodall Library’s commitment to the community continues by providing services geared to the needs and wants of the community.
Technology needs have grown over the years and we continue to provide the most up to date hardware/software applications.
Goodall Library continues to offer cultural, educational and entertaining programs for both children and adults along with the literary needs of the community.
Investing in Goodall Library will preserve the future of an institution which is now more than ever needed during these tough economic times.

Planned Giving

Louis B. Goodall Memorial Library
952 Main Street
Sanford, ME 04073

Mission Statement
Our Mission is to encourage, foster and enhance a lifelong enjoyment of reading and learning for the community

Gifts of Cash
Cash contributions are a quick and easy way to show your support of the Library. Simply write a check or make a cash donation. If your employer has a matching program, you could double or even triple your donation to the Library.
Gifts of Securities
Contributions of stock or other securities are a welcome gift. If you contribute appreciated securities that you have held for one year or more, there are potential capital gains benefits.
Bequests
By leaving a bequest to the Library in your will, you will make a lasting contribution to help the Library. You can designate a specific amount, a percentage of your total estate, or a share of the residue after gifts to your heirs.
Gifts of Books
The Library will gladly accept the gift of books, furniture and electronics should they fall under the guidelines of our book donation policy.

Ways of Giving

Livings Trusts
When you choose a living trust, you can provide for yourself and your family before and after your death. You can arrange a contribution through a living trust by naming the Library as a beneficiary.
Gifts of Retirement Plans
You can name the Library as beneficiary of your pension, 401K, IRA or other retirement plan. This gift could be the most cost-effective that you can make, because you avoid the possible double taxation on retirement plan assets left to your heirs.
Gifts of Real Estate
Your charitable contribution of real estate—a personal residence, farm, vacation home, commercial real estate or vacant land—is a tax-wise gift that has income and capital gains tax advantages. By choosing an option called “Retained Life Estate” you can give your personal residence to the Library and still maintain lifetime use of the property

Gifts of Life Insurance
When your life insurance was originally purchased, you obviously had a need for the benefits. Perhaps today you don’t need the coverage. To contribute your life insurance policy, simply name the Library as a beneficiary.
Memorial and Honorary Gifts
Gifts that are made in memory of or in honor of loved ones or friends are a lasting tribute. Depending on the wishes of the family, there may be opportunities to designate additions to the collection, wish list items, or landscape enhancement just to name a few, in the name of an individual.
Gifts of Tangible Items
Gifts of tangible items such as furniture and electronics will be gladly accepted provided they are of use at the time of the donation.
Other Giving Options
Charitable Gift Annuities
Charitable Lead Trusts
Charitable Remainder Trusts