make a gift
As we build toward a new future for the Toronto Reference Library, we invite
you to participate in this historic endeavour.
Combined with our public funders, it will be the generosity of individuals – like you –
that will help us realize a revitalized Toronto Reference Library.
Together, we will recreate one of Toronto's most well-used public institutions into our city's foremost centre for life-long learning – a remarkable cornerstone of our creative city.
With your support, we can:
- Create an architecturally inviting and transparent building,
connecting Library users to our city in bold new ways
- Provide unparalleled opportunities for inspired learning
and experiences for people of all ages
- Transform lives by making the Toronto Reference Library
our city's foremost centre for public engagement
- Unveil the exceptional treasures in our Special Collections
showcasing the heritage of our country, our province and
our city
By making a gift, you will be:
- Investing in the future of your city and the future of our
"people's university"
- Powering the imagination of today's and tomorrow's learners
- Making history as part of the most ambitious campaign ever
undertaken by Toronto Public Library and the Toronto Public
Library Foundation
Making a gift is easy:
Donate now through CanadaHelps
Click on DONATE NOW under Fund/Designation select "re:vitalize – Toronto Reference Library Campaign Fund."

re:vitalize PDF Donation Form
Click here to print the donation form and make your donation by credit card or cheque.
- Credit Cards: The Foundation accepts most major credit cards which you can use as your method of payment for gifts toward the re:vitalize Campaign.
- Cash Gifts (by cheque): Gifts of cash may be made in a single payment or as a multi-year pledge (up to three years).
- Gifts of Securities: For information on how to make a gift of security to the re:vitalize Campaign please call 416.397.5977.