Write Your Next Chapter: The Library Legacy Society

You can ensure our public libraries remain a place of limitless opportunity and amazing stories for generations to come by including Frederick County Public Libraries in your will or estate plans.

Making a planned gift is a beautiful way to leave a lasting impact on the community you love. There are several simple ways to include the library in your plans:

  • In Your Will: Designate a specific dollar amount or a percentage of your estate to benefit FCPL.
  • Retirement Accounts: Name FCPL as a beneficiary of your pension plan or Individual Retirement Account (IRA).
  • Life Insurance: Name FCPL as the beneficiary of a new or existing life insurance policy.
  • Memorial Gifts: Create a lasting tribute to remember a loved one.

If you are ready to update your plans, you or your legal advisor will need the following details to ensure your gift is directed accurately. Information for you, your attorney, or financial advisor:

  • Legal name: Frederick County Public Libraries 
  • Tax ID: EIN 52-6000943
  • Mailing address: FCPL C/O Development Officer, 110 E Patrick St. Frederick, MD, 21701

Join the Library Legacy Society Today

When you let us know that you have included the library in your plans, we want to celebrate you today for the gift you are providing tomorrow. You will be welcomed into the Library Legacy Society, where you will receive exclusive invitations to select library events and special recognition for your generosity.

Let’s Start the Conversation

If you have already included FCPL in your plans, or if you simply want to learn more about your options, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Jess, our Development Officer, by email or by calling (301) 600-1052. All conversations are strictly confidential and come with no obligation.

Tools to Help You Get Started

Getting started with estate planning can sometimes feel overwhelming, but it's easier than you think. Because we care about you and your family just as much as you care about our libraries, we want to make this process as simple and stress-free as possible. Whether you are just beginning to organize your thoughts or are ready to formalize your plans, we have gathered a few free resources to help you take that next step with confidence.