We do not only accept books, but also cell phones, tablets, ereaders, laptops less than 3 years old, cds and dvds. The chicago public library foundation is dedicated to. You may be eligible to apply for donations from the groups listed on the other tabs in this resource. Monetary donations, as well as book donations, are accepted, as well as the ability to shop on librarystore. Book driver operates a book sharing service offering a free book donations pickup in the chicagoland area. The library shop at the santa maria public library has a box firmly attached to the wall for cash donations, with suggested prices posted nearby, for those purchasing used books. Scottsdale public library fosters lifelong learning by providing access to information, knowledge and ideas. Donations in good condition may be dropped off at the circulation desk. The library is taking this proactive step to ensure we are doing our part to support our first responders and local medical community while protecting our regions medically vulnerable populations. Support chicago public library through financial donations, volunteering or employment. Evanston public library book sales and book donations. The library reserves the right to determine the use and disposition of all donated materials. If youre in chicago, schedule a book donations pickup, and well do all the heavy lifting for you. Thank you for considering a donation of books or other materials to cleveland public library.
The downers grove public library foundation funds extraordinary gifts, beyond taxpayer support, to inspire and engage ideas and strengthen the library as a cornerstone in our community. If the library accepts donations, it is important to state that the donated item becomes the property of the library and will not be returned to the donor if it is not added to the collection. Through better world books, every book donated will be put to good use. Materials donation guidelines boulder public library. Information on donating books and other materials to the library. Most libraries have a friends of the library society. Please bring your donations to the library starting march 1, 2020.
Please be advised that due to space constraints imposed by our renovation, we are no longer accepting donations of any kind as of december 1, 2019. Most public libraries in the united states accept gift books with the proviso that the library is free to decide whether to keep the book in the library s collection, put it in a book sale to raise funds for the library, or discard it. You can donate books at several locations in your city, including. Inquiries about donations should be directed to the collection development department, library branch managers or subject specialists at central library.
Inkind gifts free library free library of philadelphia. What does the boulder public library do with donations. Merge cubes and headsets bring merges 3d content to life. All deschutes public library locations will close to the public at 7. Not only do your book donations through pick up please support us veterans, they also support reading in general. The fund for the boston public library was launched in april 2019 to support and strengthen these efforts. Friends of the edgewater library fosters wider recognition, use, and support of the library, enriching the cultural spirit of the. Other recommended venues for book donation include. Donated materials are not added to the library collection. Donations of books and other information materials to hong kong public libraries hkpl from individuals and organizations are welcome. The library sells donated items at the library book shop and book sales. Recycling often gets the spotlight, but its last in the reduce, reuse, recycle motto for a reason. Seeking book donations american library association. Donated books and media are accepted at the customer services desk at any naperville public library location.
In order to provide a thoughtful and thorough answer to the question above, ive spent time researching the most current and uptodate places you can go to donate books. Our quick turnaround time and flexibility make it easy to donate books. Reducing the amount of waste we produce, and reusing things to their fullest, are our first lines of defense in conserving natural resources for example, take books. Martin library is not accepting book donations at this time due to construction work and renovations. Book donation programs american library association. Cash donations, which are always in good taste, should go to the chicago public library foundation and can be earmarked for a particular branch or collection. Read more good news about chicago public library and the cpl foundation community when you sign up for the monthly newsletter bookmark. Institute of museum and library services and through library access funds administered by the office of commonwealth libraries, department of education, commonwealth of pennsylvania, tom wolf, governor. Library staff cannot provide assistance in bringing donations into the library. The calgary public library foundation supports the library through fundraising. However you choose to take action, chicago public library is here as a resource for learning, growing, and exploring. Playaway launchpads are designed just for veterans connect hotspot program. Items must be in giftworthy condition, free of stains, odor, excessive dust, water damage, or mold. The special collections research center collects books that support the teaching and research programs of the university of chicago.
Donating to the collection the newberry welcomes donations of items that will extend, strengthen, and complement the library s collection. Santa maria book donations aimed at boosting literacy. The friends of the library takes donations yearround for the librarys annual book and media sale. If you have items to donate, please check with other nearby libraries, other charitable or service organizations. Book donations chicago book drive chicago illinois book. Our libraries are happy to accept new or used books in good condition. This guide provides information on some of the groups and organizations that do handle book donations. Donate books and electronics in the chicago area books4cause.
If you wouldnt give it to a friend, please dont give it to us. One book, one chicago encourages patrons to explore our theme and go beyond the book in ways that matter to them. Just deposit your books in the big, green, better world books bin which is now available outside the evanston public library, 1703 orrington avenue, for convenient 24hour outdoor dropoff of book donations on the east side of the library. Well get back to you with a date within one business day. Jan 24, 2019 please be aware that the american library association does not accept or distribute donations of books or any other materials. The free library of philadelphia foundation gratefully accepts donations of material goods and noncash contributions for the free library of philadelphia, which are in line with its current mission, collections, and programming. Just click the schedule a pickup button below, choose a date for your donation pickup, leave your clearly labeled donations outside on the day you choose, and our driver will pick up your donation rain or shine. Complete the form below to donate books, cds and dvds, and help. Below are the answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding donations.
The groups use donated books to stock library shelves or resell the books at fundraising events. Book donations now being accepted at main library evanston. Access over 300 kidsafe playaway launchpad learning tablets for children. Gifts might include art and books for greater community impact and outreach. Your secure donations are supported through the cleveland public library foundation. Book donations have been shared with a just harvest, kids corner at the lake county courthouse, perspectives charter school, rotary club of wilmette, our place, stand for children, illinois and hands of peace. The money raised by sales goes to fund the volunteer program and to purchase library materials. Louis public library become the property of the library. Thank you for considering chicago ridge public library for your book, movie, and music donations. Jan 01, 2017 find all of our victoria content here 144 years ago today, the chicago public library opened in a circular iron water tank at the southeast corner of lasalle and adams with an inventory of books donated from several countries, including england, germany, and belgium, as well as from around the u. An explanation of the librarys gift acceptance policy is a key piece of the selection policy.
However, they are subject to the same selection process as those acquired through purchase, and acceptance generally depends on their conformity with the established selection criteria and ability to strengthen the library collection. The chicago public library foundation gladly accepts gifts of stock. These societies hold book sales and other fundraisers to benefit the libraries. Library lovers of all agesfrom 1 year to 100 yearscan find programs that excite the imagination, inspire, educate, and entertain because friends like you choose to support the friends of the pima county public library. Jan 24, 2019 most public libraries in the united states accept gift books with the proviso that the library is free to decide whether to keep the book in the library s collection, put it in a book sale to raise funds for the library, or discard it. Do you need help downloading books, magazines, or music to your digital device. Home book donation programs libguides at american library. Typically, library societies accept likenew and gently used book donations.
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