Our books go to learners primarily in the developing world. Prison book program accepts book donations by mail, but strongly encourages considering donating books to one of its sister books to prisoners programs linked on their. The suffern free library accepts donations of new and used books, cds, movies and cd roms. The seattle public library foundation accepts private donations. Home book donation programs libguides at american library. Donations are accepted during regular library hours, and materials can be dropped off as you enter to the right of the security gates. The library also offers online book clubs, teen literacy activities, computer classes, and group book discussion. Donating books and materials to the library is a great way to pass along your used reading or electronic media items so others may enjoy them. Donate books the friends of the san francisco public library. Donated books are sold in most branches and at book ends bookstores, located at the toronto reference library and north york central library. For a brochure on the different ways you can support the library, here. For help setting up your account or using the technology, click here and select adult services under ask about. Members who provide ongoing and sustaining support to the friends and the book shop. Donations are limited to ten 10 bags or boxes of books or materials.
Donations will be accepted at library welcome desks during regular business hours. The mission of the free library of philadelphia is to advance literacy, guide learning, and inspire curiosity. We depend on community supporters like you to help fund our collections, learning resources and programs. Five locations of the burlington county library system have a friends group. This guide provides information on some of the groups and organizations that do handle book donations including donations of used books. Support the library free library free library of philadelphia. Ypsilanti district library serving the ypsilanti area. Library staff cannot assist you in transporting books from your vehicle.
The friends of the library accepts donations of books, dvds, cds, and audiobooks. Policy statement all materials accepted for addition to the library s collection become. For more information or to arrange for a large dropoff of books, please call the library at 2483493020. The las vegasclark county library district foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit funding, friending, innovation, and partnership arm for skip to main navigation skip to main navigation skip to search skip to search skip to content. Accessibility we are committed to providing equal access to library collections, services, and facilities for all library users.
Donate books out of an abundance of caution, we are closing are the donation center and the friends bookstores today through the weekend. Your used books make a big difference in the lives of americas veterans and their families. The book cellar donate lightly used, resalable books, cds and dvds to the library s book store. In addition, my local library has specific book drive times where they actively solicit donations, but you can donate at any time. Its easy to give to your library, and each library has various ways to provide support. The friends accept donations of gently used books, and dvds, music cds, and puzzles. The library reserves the right to determine the disposition of all gifts received. For some topics, we recommend reserving oneonone assistance from a librarian. You can donate books to the friends of the library for their annual book sale. Support chicago public library through financial donations, volunteering or employment. These gifts not only replenish our stock of merchandise for sale but also recycle the items to other people for their enjoyment and benefit. Holiday closures may occasionally cause changes in the schedule of that months dropoff date.
Donation of books or other materialexchange of library. Some libraries have more shelf space and need for donations such as for upcoming book sales than others, so its best to contact the library directly. For information about book memorial donations and donor plates, view our book memorial brochure. The library will care for and make available to researchers all materials according to professional archival standards. Meeting rooms are available for public use at the ydlwhittaker and ydlmichigan locations. Read on for additional ways to support the library. Book donations each year, our patrons generously donate thousands of items to the library. These gifts enrich the librarys collection and can be made on your own behalf, as a gift or a memorial to friends or relatives. Thank you so much for thinking to donate books to us. This search includes print books in the library, and online books available to the emu community. National automotive history collection skillman branch library 121 gratiot detroit, mi 48226. Starkweather donated her home to the ladies library on huron street as well as new furniture and.
Most locations welcome donations of used books in good condition. Our ongoing used book sale provides the library with many important items such as special programs, summer reading program supplies, new book formats and building enhancements. Book a librarian we are always happy to answer your questions. We are currently evaluating how this will impact the june used book sale. The asia foundation, books for asia program accepts book donations from individuals and companies to a number of countries in the asian region. Little free library is a 501c3 nonprofit organization and your monetary donation is tax deductible. The friends of ydl will gladly accept your donation of gentlyused books, dvds. In the interest of public health, all aadl locations are closed indefinitely. Ypsilanti district library will close all of its locations beginning. Please refer back to this site for the latest updates about the friends of the library used book warehouse, and if you have additional questions about the library s response, please call 5 3696900 or contact the library by email. Please be aware that the american library association does not accept, distribute, or coordinate donations of books or any other materials. If you have historically significant manuscripts, photographs, books, archival materials or other items that you believe would enhance the librarys research and special collections, please contact one of the librarys curators or, for general inquiries, please contact gifts. Donated materials become the property of the library and may be added to the collection or sold at the librarys discretion.
Items can be dropped off in the library s community room at this time each month. You can donate books at several locations in your city, including. The friends of the ypsilanti district library accept donations of used books, cds, and dvds, which are sold at the friends book shop. The library welcomes inquiries about donations of library materials but cannot accept everything.
Madison public library accepts gifts of new or gentlyused books, magazines, dvds, and music or books on compact disc. Donate to help the new york public library provide free books, classes, and more to all. The ypsilanti district library is a 501 c3 nonprofit charitable organization. The friends foundation of worthington libraries accepts hardback and paperback books in good condition for their book sales on behalf of the. Donations to the ypsilanti district library are taxdeductible to the full extent of the law. Donations of books and magazines in good condition may be accepted at any of our san bernardino county library branches.
To get a receipt for tax purposes, please tell a library staff member, at the time of the donation, how many and what types of items you have donated. No matter how big or small, your donations are needed and appreciated. We also have volunteer opportunities in many parts of. You may choose the type of book adult, teen or child and the subject. How to donate materials to the friends of the plymouth district library. Look up dates and times for upcoming friends book sales in our events calendar. Donate to the friends of the oakland public library fopl today to support special programs and projects that enhance library services to the residents of oakland, piedmont, and emeryville. The librarys gift receipt form and gift policy can be found below. Use the book a librarian service for help learning about library resources, computer and software basics, downloading library material, or using the library for research. Dolly partons imagination library usa, uk, ie, ca, au. How and what to donate to the library denver public.
Donate books to the library donated books are sold in most branches and at book ends bookstores, located at the toronto reference library and north york central library. Our libraries are happy to accept new or used books in good condition. On monday, february 10, 2020 the friends of the hockessin library board honored longtime volunteer, board member, and book sale chair larry thurrell for his over 25 years of service to the library and the friends. The friends of the public library of cincinnati and. A financial donation to the library allows us to purchase a book that is a lasting tribute and will benefit readers in the community for many years. Donated books are subject to the same selection criteria as books the library purchases for the collection. Make a contribution you dont need to make a longterm commitment to make a lasting impact. Book donation programs american library association. Book donations the friends of ydl will gladly accept your donation of gentlyused books, dvds, and music cds. Donations are only accepted during branch open hours. Prospective donors should not send the items, but instead, send gift offers identifying the items to be donated. Martin library is not accepting book donations at this time due to construction work and renovations.
At the friends of the library bookstore located adjacent to the sunnyside regional library, the bookstore offers new and used books, records, tapes, cds, dvds and more. Donate your new and gentlyused books to support our annual book sale. Donations will first be considered for use in the library s collection and second as merchandise included at the friends used book sales. Eric furlong needs your support for providing comic book libraries for local. A library plate recognizing your gift will be placed in each item that is added to the library collection. A bookplate will be inserted in the book listing both the donor and honorees names. Stanford university book donations africa lists organisations which donate specifically to libraries and institutions in africa, as well as elsewhere.
Some are added to our collection, while others are sold at our annual book sale. Donating options monetary donations we accept monetary donations to purchase materials for the library. The detroit public library is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Library staff will consult with you to choose an appropriate item. Receipts acknowledging donations are available at the library. As someone who is fortunate enough that most of my experience with the prison system has happened through netflix, i took that to mean simply that when youre in the same small space day after day, it gets boring. In fact, a percentage of the net sale price of every book goes to these great causes. When youre ready to donate used books as part of the decluttering process, heres the top places to consider, with suggestions for textbooks, kids books, novels, and more. To make a monetary donation please complete this gift program form. If you have historically significant manuscripts, photographs, books, archival materials or other items that you believe would enhance the library s research and special collections, please contact one of the library s curators or, for general inquiries, please contact gifts. Seeking softcover english dictionaries, almanacs, books in spanish for native speakers, lgbtq materials, contemporary fiction,or funds to help with distribution costs. All proceeds from book sales support the programs and services you love at the library.
Donations or bequests to the library can be a great way to acknowledge the librarys impact, to honor a loved one, or to give back to the community. The book cellar is located inside the library s lower level entrance, and offers new and used items at great prices, with all proceeds benefiting the library. Go to membership page for membership donation options. Your donation is taxdeductible to the extent provided by law because aauwann arbor is. Donations may be dropped off at any location whenever the library is open, but dropping books off at ydlwhittaker is preferred. Donate little free library take a book return a book. Jan 24, 2019 please be aware that the american library association does not accept, distribute, or coordinate donations of books or any other materials. All items collected are sold online through better world books. When you research how to donate your books to prisons, the same phrase comes up over and over again. The ypsilanti district library is a library that serves ypsilanti, ypsilanti township, and superior. Due to the global health crisis and in consideration of our volunteers, the loudoun library foundation is suspending all book collection efforts until further notice. Donated books and media are a critical source of revenue for the friends that. Bookmedia donations northern tier regional library.
Your donation will be considered for friends of the library book sales. If you wouldnt give it to a friend, please dont give it to us. All donors must sign the gift receipt which transfers rights for the donated materials to the detroit public library. Bring your donations to the circulation area of the library on the main level. Donations are mainly used in the friends book store, discarded or donated elsewhere. We generally pass donations along to the friends of the library. Please contact a board member if your donation exceeds 10 bags to see whether the friends of ydl is able to process a donation at this time. The library also accepts monetary contributions allocated for the purchase of library materials. In addition to accepting donations for library collections, the new york city public library also accepts gently used paperback books for its correctional services outreach program. Policy on gifts of materials the new york public library.
Nonprofit organizations, such as the friends of the library or library foundations. Phoenix public library is very interested in receiving donations of materials documenting arizona and phoenix history. Book donations are not being accepted at this time. Donate books and media the friends welcome donations of gently used books, dvd videos, cds, and records. Donating to the collection the newberry welcomes donations of items that will extend, strengthen, and complement the library s collection. Lvccld foundation las vegasclark county library district. Patrons must apply for their library card in person. The new york public library relies on the generosity of its donors to build its research and special collections. Decisions on whether and how donated items will be added to the librarys collections are based on the same evaluative criteria that are applied to purchased materials. Acknowledgment of this contribution will be made by mail to the person you designate and a bookplate denoting the memorial gift will be placed in the volume. Aauw book donation information ann arbor mi branch. For more information, call the library administration office 2096673232.
They should not be deposited in book drops or left outside the building. Hours are thursdays 9am12pm except for the 3rd thursday which has extended hours from 9am7pm and the 1st and 2nd saturday 10am1pm. We appreciate your call at 303 7917323 in advance of large donations more than you can carry from your vehicle. Download books, audiobooks, movies, music, and comics. We will send you a confirmation email immediately after you make your donation that will serve as your receipt for tax purposes. Books can be delivered to the returns desk in the central library grand lobby any time during its hours of service. Click on the location you would like to join, print the form and send it in with the appropriate dues. They also hold a special weekend used book sale three times a year. These donated materials are sorted by volunteers and sold in our daily lobby sale and our periodic big book sales. If you wish to take a tax deduction for the value of the donation, consult your accountant andor tax attorney. Thanks much for considering donating books or other materials to the friends. Our recipients have very few or no books and each book is used by many different people, so we ask that all donations be in good to excellent condition with no yellowing pages, broken spine, musty smell, underlining etc. The seattle public library welcomes donations of books and other materials.
Donations are accepted at central library year round. Please bring your donations to the library starting march 1, 2020. Books and other materials please check your library s donation guidelines before toting items to. Materials that are not selected will be sent to the denver public library friends foundation for use in its semiannual book sales. These items are processed by the friends of the library for sale at the whitney book corner or at the library book sales. For donations requiring more than a carload of books please contact 718. If you are considering a gift of materials to the newberry, please contact our. This guide provides information on some of the groups and organizations that do handle book donations including donations of used books if you are seeking book donations, you may be eligible to apply for donations from the groups listedor one of. Montgomery county public libraries book donations and sales. Book donations may be made through local little free library book sharing boxes. The ydl service area includes the city of ypsilanti, ypsilanti township, and the portion of superior township thats not in the ann arbor school district. Donating to prison libraries book donation programs. Donated books should be dropped off at veterans memorial park ice arena in ann arbor on.
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. Bring donations into the library building to the checkout desk. Please ask for the assistant director or call 4221488 to discuss donating items of special value. Its now a public space, open to all, and tons of queer literature has been saved from erasure, preserved by the volunteers who keep the library going. Donations should be made to the ela area public library district, 275 mohawk trail, lake zurich il, 60047. Books are sold online to help raise funds for awesome nonprofit literacy organizations changing the world through teaching kids, supporting families, building schools and filling libraries. All patrons applying for a library card need to complete a library card application form. Dolly partons imagination library is a book gifting program that mails free books to children from birth to age five in participating communities within the united states, united kingdom, canada, australia and republic of ireland.
This program provides a variety of library related services, including providing a mobile book program for five jails in the city. Your ypsilanti library serves residents of ypsilanti, ypsilanti township, and a portion of superior township. Support the library free library due to the ongoing impact of covid19, all free library locations will remain closed to the public until safety concerns have subsided. All donors will receive a thank you letter and donation receipt that includes the library s tax id number to include in your deductions. Book sales benefit the douglas county libraries foundation.
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