Legacy

Your Legacy will ensure future generations have access to quality library services and programs.

The 1912 Society recognizes donors who have committed to make a planned gift or an annual unrestricted lifetime gift to the Foundation for San Mateo County Libraries. These gifts demonstrate a unique and enduring commitment to the San Mateo County Libraries mission and provide benefits and security for generations yet to come.

We are honored to recognize annual unrestricted gifts or pledges of $1,000 or more in a calendar year as part of the Foundation for San Mateo County Libraries 1912 Society. Donations provide funding to further the mission of the Libraries to provide equitable access to books, programs and services. Beyond the power of making an impact, 1912 Society members also receive the following benefits: 

Equitable Access $1,000- $2,499

• Certificate of Membership
• Acknowledgement on website (if desired)

Explorer $$2,500-$4,999
Enjoy all benefits above plus: 

• Invitation to an Annual Special Event
• Limited Edition Notebook

Transformational $5,000- $9,999
Enjoy all benefits above plus: 

• Quarterly Insider Updates from Foundation Director

Lifelong Learning $10,000 +
Enjoy all benefits above plus: 

• • Invitation to annual board meeting

If you have set up a planned giving arrangement for the Foundation for San Mateo County Libraries, we hope you will complete our Legacy form so we can thank you and recognize you as a 1912 Society member.

Questions about joining the 1912 Society?

Contact us at director@investinsmcl.org or (650) 312-5296.

Include the Foundation in your estate plan or make a beneficiary designation gift.

Make a charitable bequest – a gift through a provision in your will or in a trust with provisions that can be altered or canceled in your estate plan or designate the Foundation to receive some or all the value remaining at the end of your life in connection with a financial account, investment, or similar arrangement.

How do I make my gift?

Estate Plan

Review and share sample bequest language with your lawyer.

Designation Gift

Obtain a beneficiary designation form (often online) from your financial institution and return to your institution.