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Originally Posted by Lin2412
@ Helen, I think it could be true. It sounds ridiculous, but I've heard of that instance before too
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After looking at the financials, and related information, about two different public library systems, it appeared to me that donated books that were not put into the library's book sale, had a negative impact on the ability of the library to acquire more books.
After looking at the data for several non-profit research libraries, it appears that donations can be put into their collection, but only within specific parameters.
One of the libraries I looked at, had been black-listed from making any purchases of new material, by the usual trade vendors. At least one book distributor threatened to cut off a bookstore, because it was allegedly supplying that library with new books.
How much good your donation will do, depends upon how it is funded, and what its primary purpose is.