The Joseph F. Smith Library accepts donations of books and audiovisual materials with ‘no strings attached’ unless there is a written agreement signed by both the donor and the head of the Technical Services Department.
Definition of ‘no strings attached’: the Library is not obligated to retain in perpetuity the materials donated or to process the materials in any special manner. Unless otherwise negotiated in writing, the Library assumes ownership of the materials donated and may donate or dispose of the materials solely upon its discretion without further communication with the donor.
The Library will upon request provide a receipt that indicates the number of books or audio-visual materials donated. The Library will not provide a title-specific list nor will the Library valuate the donation.
This policy does not apply to the University Archives.