Ways to give
Last updated
17 June 2025
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Make a donation
Support the Library’s work with a one-off or regular gift. Help digitise collections, fund exhibitions, and preserve Scottish heritage.
Centenary appeal
Support our centenary ‘Outwith’ programme, bringing national treasures to communities across Scotland.
Patrons and Benefactors
Support our work with an annual gift. Join a community of engaged supporters with exclusive access to events and priority access to the collections.
Leave a gift in your Will
Ensure your interests and passions live on. A gift in your Will helps preserve and share Scotland's stories with future generations.
Acquisitions Circle
Join our Acquisitions Circle to secure cultural treasures at auctions or sales.
Donate books, archives or recordings
Help grow our national collections. Learn how to donate books, manuscripts, or films to the National Library of Scotland.
Support through your organisation
We partner with trusts, foundations and businesses to deliver impactful projects.
Support us from the United States
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