Donate

The running costs of Jesmond Library are approximately £35,000 a year, all of which has to be raised by the Friends of Jesmond Library. The biggest contributions to regular fundraising come from regular Standing Order payments from library supporters, events organised by our volunteers, and room bookings. In addition, from time to time we run special fundraising campaigns, and apply for grants, usually to improve our building or facilities. Without this tremendous support, mainly from library users, Jesmond Library would have to close again.

Set up a standing order

To ensure the long-term sustainability of the library, we are asking regular subscribers for donations of at least £20 per family per year (or £2 per month), preferably by Standing Order through your bank. This will give us the confidence to plan for a long-term future, knowing that we can rely on the continuing support of our Friends. If you would like to make one or both of these pledges please either:

• Set up a standing order with your bank to:
  Friends of Jesmond Library
  Barclays, Gosforth High Street
  Sort code: 20-59-61
  Account: 33085392
• Or, fill out a FOJL Standing Order Form (also available from the Library) for you to submit to your bank.
• Or email finance@jesmondlibrary.org to ask for further information.

If you are eligible, please also complete our online Gift Aid declaration (or complete a FOJL Gift Aid Declaration and return it to the library). Even if you are not submitting a Gift Aid form, please let us know that you have set up a Standing Order – we like to know who are friends are!

Donate through JustGiving

You can also make donations through JustGiving using the button below.

Shop through Easyfundraising

Do your internet shopping through easyfundraising and nominate the Friends of Jesmond Library as the charity that will benefit from your purchase.

Leave us a legacy

Please consider remembering Jesmond Library in your will. Because the Society is a registered charity, gifts of this type are exempt from Inheritance Tax. If you leave a legacy, you can decide exactly how it should be spent, or if you prefer, you can leave that decision to the Trustees. To discuss this further, please contact us.