Foundational support for The Jones Library Renovation and Expansion comes from the Town of Amherst ($15.8 million) and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners ($15.6 million in two grants). The Jones Library Trustees and Friends of the Jones Library System have launched a robust Capital Campaign to secure the additional funds needed through government, foundation and corporate grants, institutional support, business contributions, and individual gifts of all sizes. As of October 2025, 86% of project costs have been secured.
The Friends of the Jones Libraries are asking everyone who is able to join in this historic effort to revitalize what is surely one of the most important components of Amherst’s civic infrastructure.
You may wish to consider supporting the Jones Library Capital Campaign through an outright gift of cash or by making a pledge over a multi-year period.
The Friends of the Jones Libraries can receive various types of transfers and gifts. Talk with your tax advisor then contact the Capital Campaign to discuss your wishes for donating.
Many corporations sponsor Matching Gift Programs to match an employee's charitable donation. In this way donors can easily leverage the value of their contribution; in some cases the matching contribution is as high as three to one.
The Jones Library Capital Campaign gratefully acknowledges gifts in honor or in memory of donors' friends and loved ones. (See building plans for the listings and contact the Capital Campaign to inquire about available tributes.)
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