Support our programs

2022 Library fellows

The Library offers a range of program and services that require your support. Click on each program below to find out more.

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Acquisition

Support the Library to acquire significant items and ensure the collection continues to grow for future generations.

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Conservation & preservation

Support the Library to undertake its tireless work conserving and preserving precious collection items into the future.

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Digitisation

Donate to our priority program to digitise our collection and make it available to everyone, including those who can't access the Library's collections in person.

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Access Education

Help us subsidise bus transport so that disadvantaged students can participate in our schools programs.

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Fellowships

Help us offer more places to scholars and artists so they can share their interpretations of the Library’s collection with all Victorians.

Rare Books Collection

Assist the Library to acquire rare and significant books that will build on its unique and extraordinary holdings.

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Collection & Conservation Fund

Your support will ensure that the Library’s collection continues to reflect Victoria’s growing and diverse population and provides a valuable resource for future generations.

Helen Macpherson Smith Trust

The Helen Macpherson Smith Trust is an independent philanthropic trust that has supported the Library for over 35 years.

Their Library. Their future.