Donations
Donating Items
The Israelite House of David Archives & Collections actively collects artifacts and archival material relating to the House of David, American communal societies in general, and local history (limited to Berrien County). If anyone the public has relevant items--documents, objects, photographs, etc.--that they would like to donate. We may consider taking them for our permanent collection.
Due to limited storage, the Archives & Collections cannot accept everything. Factors affecting our decision include,
Size of object(s)
Exhibit and research value
Duplication within collection
Condition
Our Acquisition Criteria are detailed in our Collection Management Policy (CMP), Click Here. After reading through the CMP, please send a description and photographs of any potential donations to archives@israelitehouseofdavid.org
NOTE: We are not a 501(c)(3). Donations to the Israelite House of David Archives & Collections are not tax deductible. Donors will be notified of this through wording on a signed Deed of Gift.