LILAP — Lutheran International Library Assistance Program

Donate Books

Luther Seminary Library, in cooperation with the Seminary’s Global Mission Institute, offers the opportunity to donate books to seminaries, Bible colleges, and Bible training institutes around the world that will assist the education and training of pastors and teachers. 

NEW: BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

Due to funding cutbacks and increased shipping costs, a $.25 per book donation will be requested. LILAP will also begin operating on a reduced schedule.  New office hours are given below.

Guidelines for LILAP Donations

Books should be:

• current or classic, academic biblical and theological publications
• Greek and Hebrew materials
• study Bibles

The following are not accepted:

• older hymnals and Bibles
• books in poor condition or musty
• popular religious materials

Donations are accepted by the LILAP office during NEW office hours, M - F 10AM - 2PM. Since hours are sometimes subject to change, please call ahead to arrange delivery.

For more information, call 651-641-3251 or by e-mail, lilap@luthersem.edu or visit the ELCA Global Gifts site.

Your gift is tax deductible to the extent allowed by the IRS.