Make a Difference
Our library receives 30% of its total budget from the taxpayers of the towns of Becket and Washington. For the remaining 70%, we rely on grants, fundraising, and investments. It is your contribution that allows us to maintain our hours, friendly staff, and programs, and to continually build our diverse collection of books, audiobooks, DVDs, and Library of Things. Please make your tax-deductible gift today to ensure that the Athenaeum remains a strong resource for all members – of all ages – of our Becket and Washington community and beyond!
The most recent appeal letter is available here.
It is through your generosity that we are able to keep our programs and services 100% free.
The Becket Athenaeum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Why make a monthly donation?
Make a larger impact with a lower monthly investment
Sustain the exceptional programs, services, and resources you’ve come to expect all year long
Easy and convenient way to support your library (just like a streaming subscription)
When making your online donation, please note if it is intended for a specific purpose other than a donation to our general fund.
Examples are:
donation to a memorial fund: Amelia Beatty Fund (children’s materials) or Margie Rosenthal Children’s Reading Corner (children’s programming)
replacement for lost/damaged item
book sale purchase
payment for copies/printing