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For some, the hardest items to order are books. but one of the most common questions I get asked is “where can I donate books?”
It’s an interesting paradox when you think about it. but the fight and the question are probably related. Books are an important part of our lives, but many of us still struggle with what to do with old books. when we decide it’s time to part with them, we want to know that they are going to a good home where they can continue to enrich and improve other people’s lives.
where to donate books
In order to provide a thoughtful and comprehensive answer to the above question, I’ve spent time researching the most current and up-to-date places you can go to donate books.
You can donate books at various places in your city, including:
1. The Salvation ArmyThe Salvation Army is one of the world’s largest providers of social assistance. profits from their stores are used to fund adult rehab centers, where people trapped by addiction find help, hope, and a second chance at life. find a location near you.
2. goodwillgoodwill is a nonprofit organization that provides job training, job placement services, and other community programs for people who have barriers to getting a job. They are often conveniently located and you can find a drop off location near you on their site.
3. local librariesAs with most places on this list, it’s wise and courteous to call ahead for specific information about current needs. many local libraries do not have the space or time to classify large collections of books. check to see if they’re looking at current titles or hosting a community book sale in the near future.
4. vietnam veterans of americavva is a nonprofit organization committed to serving the needs of veterans. it is financed without any contribution from any branch of government. check your convenient pickup service for availability in your area.
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5. Habitat Restorations for Humanity Proceeds from restorations are used to help build strength, stability, self-sufficiency, and refuge in local communities and around the world. check their website for locations near you.
6. other local charitiesdonation town connects donors with charities across the country that offer a free donation pickup service. Use their website to locate local charities willing to pick up your gently used book donation.
7. local theatersif your books are historical in nature, check with your local theater and/or museum. the books can be used as props during performances or as displays at local museums.
8. retirement homesAs with other places offered on this list, be sure to call and ask about the current level of need to ensure your donation is not a burden.
9. Kids Need to Read Kids Need to Read works to create a culture of reading for children by providing inspiring books to underfunded schools, libraries, and literacy programs across the United States, especially those serving disadvantaged children. They accept “like new” children’s books that are not scrawled or visibly damaged. visit their website here.
10. reader to readerreader to reader, inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding literacy and learning opportunities for the nation’s most disadvantaged and vulnerable communities, including inner-city schools, Native American reservations, and poor rural towns. find a donation program near you.
11. african library project alp is dedicated to building african libraries by arranging for the shipment of good books through book drives in the united states. you can find a local book drive or, better yet, organize your own.
12. books for africa.books for africa collects, classifies, ships and distributes books to students of all ages in africa with the aim of ending the book famine in africa.
13. books through barsbooks through bars works to provide quality reading material to prisoners in Pennsylvania and neighboring states.
14. Prison Book ProgramsThe Prison Book Program is a grassroots organization that exists for one purpose: to send free books to prisoners. In addition to the work they do, they also keep an up-to-date list of local organizations (in your area) that do the same. find your list here.
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15. Books for SoldiersOperation Paperback Books for Soldiers / Operation Paperback collects gently used books and ships them to U.S. troops abroad, as well as veterans and military families here at home. To start the submission process, please register here.
16. better world booksbwb collects and sells books online to donate books and fund literacy initiatives around the world. You can find more information about their donation process here.
17. bookmoochif you’d like to receive books in exchange for your donation, try bookmooch, a used book swap community.
18. re-book it (los angeles) re-book it is a free community collection service provided by the last bookstore to ensure that no books end up in landfills, but instead find new homes in the hands of readers.
19. freecyclefreecycle is a local, free online bulletin board dedicated to reusing products. Create an account, post a brief description of the books you want to donate, and see if anyone local is interested in taking them.
20. ask your friends and family if you have friends and family who love to read, why not ask them if there is anything they are interested in reading before you donate? once they are done with their books, they can donate using the list above.
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here are some other places that do great things with books. are not accepting book donations at this time, but if you’d like to financially support reading programs, here are a couple to look into: United Through Reading and Reading Education Assistance Dogs.
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As I’ve mentioned several times in this post, be courteous and considerate when you want to donate books. Whenever possible, call ahead to make sure your book donation is needed, citing specific genres where possible. keep in mind that carefully used, quality books will always be the most appreciated. and consider sorting your books before donating them.
be a blessing, not a burden. donate books responsibly.
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