Reminder: If you’re going to donate materials to a small historical or genealogical society, in addition to asking them first, organizing your materials, and the like, remember that some organizations have funding issues. What would happen if they had to close their doors five years after you’ve made the donation?
I realize that no one can control the future, but if you’re going to donate items to a small, non-profit historical/genealogical group, see if a financial donation is also in your budget or if they need cabinets, shelves or other physical means to help with storage.
Just a thought.
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A reader suggested contacting the group to read their bylaws to determine what happens to items if the society is forced to close its doors or disband. That’s good to know as well.