Marjan Petty, Libraries Development Office
"Keep adding a little to a little, and soon there will be a great heap." -Virgil
Recently the Book Arts Division of Special Collections purchased a unique book produced by artist Enid Mark of Wallingford, Pennsylvania. Beyond the Map, one of an edition of 35, contains lithographs and letterpress-printed poems of women writers on the topic of travel. Normally this purchase would not have been possible because of budget constraints. However, Michael Peskura, a University Computing Services program manager, has made gifts to the Libraries through the payroll deduction program for several years. His contributions accumulated over time to approximately $1,000, and made this special acquisition possible.
Payroll deduction is an easy and painless way for University employees to contribute to any area within the University Libraries. Small deductions grow into large gifts. For example, a $9 deduction each payday (the cost of a few lattes!) will accumulate to an annual gift of $216. With a minimum of $2 per paycheck per gift designation, funds are automatically deducted from your paycheck and deposited into the receiving account. You can choose any area within the Libraries to receive the gifts: The Business Library Fund, Historical Photography Fund, Library Collections Fund, Helen Johns Library Staff Endowment, and Health Sciences Library Fund are a few which can benefit from your thoughtfulness.
What is the next step? Call 543-1760 for a simple form to fill out and return. In a few weeks your payroll deduction will begin. For further information, call Marjan Petty, Director of Development for the University Libraries, 685-1973, or visit the UW Gift Policy Administration: Policy on Payroll Deduction Pledges Web page. Your gifts, growing over time, can make a world of difference.