“The Great Give” is an online fundraising campaign that benefits the public libraries in Jefferson County and, specifically, Gardendale Public Library. The campaign began on Tuesday and continues through Wednesday. 

The funds raised through the event will help the 40 municipal libraries  in the Jefferson County area. 

Residents are encouraged to pose a selfie with their favorite book or library card when they donate, along with an explanation of why they are a fan of their local library. Those posting selfies are encouraged to use the hashtag #TheGreatGive. Anyone who uses the campaign hashtag will be entered to win an e-reader. 

Donations can be made at razoo.com/story/The-Great-Give-2016.

Last year, the two-day campaign raised more than $18,000 for county libraries. 

According to a release from the library cooperative, the core services made available to all county residents are as follows:

•Nearly 2 million items in 40 libraries countywide

•In person, or online holds on items at any library in the county

•Delivery service – the items residents want where they want to pick them up

•24/7 catalog, downloadable audio (7,090  ) & E-books (21,302 )

•Information databases

•Internet access –Plus Free WiFi available in 40 libraries

•Books-By-Mail for the homebound

•IT Support for member libraries

Those interested in donating to The Great Give by donating online, by mailing in a donation to: Jefferson County Library Cooperative, 2100 Park Place, Birmingham, AL 35203 or by dropping off a donation at any local library.

All donations are tax-deductible.