They should not be deposited in book drops or left outside the building. Donated materials become the unconditional property of the library. If you are generating a pdf of a journal article or book chapter, please feel free to enter. We are a charitable 501 c 3 corporation, donations are tax deductible.
Nonprofit organizations, such as the friends of the library or library foundations. Jan 24, 2019 a 501 c 3 public charity dedicated to bringing books, free of charge, to underresourced school libraries and public libraries across the united states. Nov, 2014 all books, dvds, cds, puzzles, video games and other items donated by the public, along with library discards, are processed by our tireless troop of friends of the library volunteers. Books for people accepts a variety of books and the book ends organization asks for childrens book donations see resources. If you have a donation of more than four boxes, please call 2. Plan ahead, all libraries will be closed monday, february 17 in observance of presidents day. Materials are evaluated for inclusion in the collection and items not added are given to the friends of the torrance library for their book sales.
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. The system is overseen by a board of library commissioners with five members appointed by. Please be aware that the american library association does not accept, distribute, or coordinate donations of books or any other materials. 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. The santa monica public library welcomes gifts of books and audiovisual materials to enrich the librarys collections.
The friends of the san bernardino public library welcome donations of used books and other materials that are in good condition. You might sell your books on ebay, or to a local used book store. Since its beginnings, friends has played a significant role in the development of the library. Without our caring volunteers, we could not provide food for thousands of hungry people each week. Friends membership fees, bookstore revenues and donations provide many of the librarys bestloved and most needed resources. Marietta, ga the cobb county library and friends of the library hosted their semiannual book sale at jim miller park oct. The santa monica public library welcomes gifts of books and audiovisual materials to enrich the library s collections. Im pretty sure you can drop off donations at any branch. All library locations accept donations of books, dvds, videocassettes, and music and audiobook cds. Friends of the san bernardino library welcome donations of. The library store accepts donations of books, dvds, videos, cds, cassette tapes, and audio books. Las virgenes library was founded in 1916 and was located for a brief period, at the las virgenes grammar school. The friends of the orange county library system support and cooperate with the library in enhancing resources, innovations, and services for the public.
All books, dvds, cds, puzzles, video games and other items donated by the public, along with library discards, are processed by our tireless troop of friends of the library volunteers. A nonprofit supporting the glendale public library is halting usedbook donations through the end of the year as it attempts to reduce its backlog through monthly sales. You wont make much, but you might make enough to buy a few more books. Its easy to give to your library, and each library has various ways to provide support. Friends of the beverly hills library was organized in 1959 to promote the first bond issue that built the library. Books and other materials please check your librarys donation guidelines before toting items to. Forthcoming titles staff picks new dvds new nonfiction new teen books new childrens books. The international epicenter of entertainment and home of the dodgers, lakers, kings, clippers, rams, lafc, galaxy, movie stars, television studios, music, worldclass food, beaches, mountains, traffic jams, museums, theme parks, and the most beautiful redditors of all time. Donating to toy loan toy loan is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that relies heavily on the generosity of private corporations, individuals and special interest groups.
Your book donations can also help stock the libraries in prisons and juvenile detention facilities. These items become the inventory for the chandler booktique, the annual book sale, online sales through and the bag sales. Bring donations into the library building to the checkout desk. A nonprofit supporting the glendale public library is halting used book donations through the end of the year as it attempts to reduce its backlog through monthly sales. Depression sibling jealousy or guilt fear of disfigurement fear of living with a permanent disability death and grieving books are taken to the patients bedside in a special. The library then moved to liberty school which was one of four schools in the area. Proceeds from book sales help fund library programs. Books can be dropped off at our office directions during volunteer hours. You may also drop your gift off at your neighborhood san mateo county libraries location. Books and other materials please check your librarys donation guidelines before toting items to the library.
Donating books to the library springfieldgreene county. In addition, other literacy outreach programs welcome book donations. To donate books, drop them off at any branch of the springfieldgreene county library during regular library hours. Used book donations can also go to a school library or your local city or county library. Donations can be brought to the customer services counter at the main library. Home book donation programs libguides at american library. Please take a minute to look over the types of donations we accept. The orange county library system is a 501c3 organization and your donations may be tax deductable. Nov 16, 2011 marietta, ga the cobb county library and friends of the library hosted their semiannual book sale at jim miller park oct. Foundation for san mateo county libraries 125 lessingia court san mateo, ca 94402. Some charities have developed literacy programs worldwide and will send your used book donations to help the less fortunate in every corner of globe. Foundation for san mateo county libraries is a registered 501c3 nonprofit. Visit their website to learn more about this 501c3 charitable organization and for more details. Those making donations can park briefly in one of the loading zone spaces in the parking lot on the north side of the building.
The beverly hills public library has won many awards and repeated national recognition. You will receive a receipt listing the number and type of books donated. Visit their website to learn more about this 501c3 charitable organization and. Ask your branch library about local friends of the library book sales. Montgomery county public libraries book donations and sales. Adding gifts to the library collection to be added to the librarys collection, gifts must meet the same selection criteria as purchased materials and are subject to the following limitations. The library staff will evaluate materials for addition to the. The money we raise pays for the summer reading program, homework help. Friends raises funds and sponsors activities that supplement, enhance, and enrich the librarys collections and programs. Detailed instructions and help can be found on the overdrive help page. Help the orange county library system by donating your books. If you shop at amazon, please list the ventura county library foundation as your charity.
If the book you want is checked out, simply place a hold and youll get an email when its ready for borrow. Top places to donate used books home storage solutions 101. Donating to prison libraries book donation programs. The biodiversity heritage library works collaboratively to make biodiversity literature openly available to the world as part of a global biodiversity community.
Donate books, support the community marietta, ga patch. Because shipping books can be expensive, we strongly encourage you to consider donating. From member events to aloud programs, and much much more, stay up on the library foundations activities. Used books make a big difference in the lives of americas veterans and their families. Ventura county library system accepts charitable donations through our ventura county library foundation and friends of the library groups, all 501c3 nonprofit organizations. The hospitals literally healing program maintains a patient therapeutic library designed to help hospitalized children better understand and master the issues they face on a daily basis.
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