The book worm angels have supplied the students at alexander graham school with an abundance of books for their classroom libraries. Due to space, cost, and staffing limitations, our acceptance of materials is highly selective, and restricted only to those meeting current curricular and institutional needs. Monetary donations are encouraged through the friends of the library. Please bring your donations to the library starting march 1, 2020. While i love to go to the library for books, the library also serves as an afterschool safe. Thank you for considering chicago ridge public library for your book, movie, and music donations. If youre in chicago, schedule a book donations pickup, and well do all the heavy lifting for you. Your used books make a big difference in the lives of americas veterans and their families. Items must be in giftworthy condition, free of stains, odor, excessive dust, water damage, or mold. Little free library is a nonprofit organization that inspires a love of reading by fostering neighborhood book exchanges around the world.
Books can be delivered to the returns desk in the central library grand lobby any time during its hours of service. Accepting gifts and donations is an important way for the public library to benefit from the generosity of the community it serves. 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. Book donation database services in the united states. Krauss from the krauss library, the original name of the merged collection. Book donations want to donate books for reuse or recycling. Open books offers signature literacy programs for students in the chicago area. Proceeds from their stores are used to fund adult rehabilitation centers, where those in the grip of addiction find help, hope, and a second chance at life. Items must be in giftworthy condition, free of stains, odor. In fact, a percentage of the net sale price of every book goes to these great causes. Preservation chicago accepts donations of any books or documents related to architecture, chicago history, and chicagos built environment.
The library reserves the right to dispose of any gifts that are given to the library. No matter how big or small, your donations are needed and appreciated. Your book donations can also help stock the libraries in prisons and juvenile detention facilities. Donate books and electronics in the chicago area books4cause. Book donations chicago book drive chicago illinois book. Due to the high cost of storing and processing materials, the library is unable to accept all donations. Because shipping books can be expensive, we strongly encourage you to consider donating. We take large and small book donations in chicago but each pickup is limited to about ten boxes or about 300 books. Donating to the book fair we have reached our inventory capacity for the 2020 book fair and are currently not accepting donations.
The library of columbia college chicago recognizes the importance of both material and monetary gifts. Each year, generous readers donate hundreds of thousands of books to support literacy. Through their donations, my students now have the opportunity to read a variety of trade books that are helping to increase their reading abilities and their love for reading. Read more good news about chicago public library and the cpl foundation community when you sign up for the monthly newsletter bookmark. Where to donate books you no longer need book riot book. Please be aware that the american library association does not accept, distribute, or coordinate donations of books or any other materials. Support chicago public library through financial donations, volunteering or employment. This chicago organization is dedicated to providing community programs and promoting literacy in chicago and beyond. Frequently asked questions west chicago public library district.
Vicki white, a volunteer at chicago books to women in prison, sorts donations at the groups 8,000volume library in a rented space at ravenswood fellowship united methodist church. Give to the library university of illinois at chicago. Friends of the edgewater library fosters wider recognition, use, and support of the library, enriching the cultural spirit of the. Library staff cannot provide assistance in bringing donations into the library. Too far away from our local pickup service or campus book drives. Why the chicago public library does not want your books. For memorial gifts or donations to honor friends and loved ones, please contact our administration office at 8476737774. Evanston public library book sales and book donations. The jkm in our name was from 1975 to 2004 an initialism for jesuitkraussmccormick. West chicago public library district accepts donations of gently used books yearround. Support chicago public library through financial donations. Gifts in kind are charitable donations that are goods or services. Your book and electronic donations make a difference. The library maintains an ongoing used book and media sale at all three locations with proceeds benefiting the library.
Book donations chicago book drive chicago illinois. Books4cause your book and electronic donations make a. Inkind gifts 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. Order a photo reproduction book a meeting room or study room private.
If you wouldnt give it to a friend, please dont give it to us. Used book donations can also go to a school library or your local city or county library. This guide provides information on some of the groups and organizations that do handle book donations including donations of used books. This is a fundraiser for chicago books to women in prison and your support will help us do more in 2019. Due to the high cost of storage and processing materials, the library is unable to accept all donations. For memorial gifts or donations to honor friends and loved ones, please contact our.
Fiction books, nonfiction books, childrens books, encyclopedias, text books, and more. If youre feeling generous, donating your used books can be a great way to find them a loving home. Open every day, 9 to 5, they have an informal book exchange. In the wake of the june fire at the john merlo branch. If you plan to claim a tax deduction for the value of your gift, you can search for an appraiser through the association of american antiquarian book sellers. Please join us for a performance of this new play that reflects on parenthood, the state of our public school system, and the prison pipeline. Visit their website for information on donating books and scheduling a book pickup. Top 10 best donate books in chicago, il updated covid19. Women doing time have plenty of time to read and you can help chicago suntimes, july 10, 2018 chicago in action. Reducing the amount of waste we produce, and reusing things to their fullest, are our first lines of defense in conserving. The jkm library serves the students, faculty and staff of the lutheran school of theology at chicago and mccormick theological seminary. We will resume accepting donations after labor day 2020. If you plan to claim a tax deduction for the value of your gift, you can search for an appraiser through the association of.
Used book stores and local literacy efforts such as open books. The uic library is particularly interested in gifts of archives of chicago related organizations active in these areas. Donating to the collection the newberry welcomes donations of items that will extend, strengthen, and complement the librarys collection. Financial donations are the single factor that limits the number of people we can serve. Local libraries give us so many books for freelets give some back to them. Book donation programs libguides at american library. For donations requiring more than a carload of books please contact. Our book donations come from chicago area homes or d. Chicago books to women in prison we distribute books free. Jesuit from the jesuit school of theology, which closed in 1981. 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. 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 donations are sold at the annual book fair and proceeds go to a great chicago institution. Episodes of the 10% show, a monthly chicagobased cable access news magazine that ran between 19891990.
Scour the sale for amazing deals on cookbooks, fiction, art books, childrens literature, collectibles, movies, records, and much more. We are funded substantially less than all of our neighboring libraries. Donations in good condition may be dropped off at the circulation desk. Reviews on donate books in chicago, il open books, books first, myopic books, bookmans corner, books4cause. The evanston public library aims to be at the heart of our diverse community by promoting the development of independent, selfconfident, and literate citizens, and providing equitable access to cultural, intellectual, technological, and information resources. 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. 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. No more than four boxes per donation at this location, please. Frequently asked questions west chicago public library. The salvation army is one of the worlds largest providers of social aid. Donate your architecture books to preservation chicago.
We do not only accept books, but also cell phones, tablets, ereaders, laptops less than 3 years old, cds and dvds. All donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. The newberry book fair, chicago s favorite used book binge, is held every year the last weekend of july. Krauss from the krauss library, the original name of the merged collection when lstc moved to hyde. The library foundation is happy to work with you and your financial advisors. City recycling dropoff the loopgreat for damaged or moldy books. Libraries usually accept donations and sell those books in a friends of the library fundraiser. Please be aware that the american library association does not accept or distribute donations of books or any other materials. In such cases, the library may be able to suggest suitable. Donate used books turning the page turning the page. Recycling often gets the spotlight, but its last in the reduce, reuse, recycle motto for a reason.
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. Please note we cannot accept textbooks or other school materials. 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. If you are considering a gift of materials to the newberry, please contact our. No other cultural or educational institution delivers more to the entire city. 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 librarys collection, put it in a book sale to raise funds for the library, or discard it. Top places to donate used books home storage solutions 101. The newberry library offers free lectures and exhibits most of the year that we attend and publish on this website. Donating to the collection the newberry welcomes donations of items that will extend, strengthen, and complement the library s collection. By law, libraries cannot assign a dollar amount to your donation. Goodwill on 9321 s western ave, chicago, il 60643 takes book donations in chicago. Where to donate books in chicago updated recycle by city. The chicago public library foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit organization.
For information on donating a unique book or collection to the library, please contact scott perry, head, collection support, at 773 7028734 or via email. Support library patrons to build their computer skills with free oneonone sessions and small group classes. Donations are accepted at central library year round. You may be eligible to apply for donations from the groups listed on the other tabs in this resource. Donate your new and gentlyused books to support our annual book sale. We collect and then sell gently used books and cds and dvds. Check also the chicago recycling coalition site on what to do with used books, and the american library association fact sheet on book donation programs. Operating since 2002, this chicago nonprofit ships books to incarcerated women across the u.
Jan 24, 2019 please be aware that the american library association does not accept or distribute donations of books or any other materials. In such cases, the library may be able to suggest suitable alternatives. Upon request, staff will provide you with a dated receipt for tax purposes. Newberry library, 60 west walton street, 312 9439090. Read more good news about chicago public library and the cpl foundation community when you. Jan 24, 2019 please be aware that the american library association does not accept, distribute, or coordinate donations of books or any other materials. Books can be dropped off at our office directions during volunteer hours. Some charities have developed literacy programs worldwide and will send your used book donations to help the less fortunate in every corner of globe. Chicago books to women in prison we distribute books. 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. The library looks for adult and childrens books in good condition, as well as audiobooks, dvds and music cds. In the meantime, please consider giving your books to the following organizations.
Home book donation programs libguides at american library. Donate to newberry library book fair chicago on the cheap. The proceeds from the book donations they receive help fund their programs. Donations for used book sales may be dropped off at the librarys circulation desk at any time. The uic library is particularly interested in gifts of archives of chicagorelated organizations active in these areas. If you are considering a gift of materials to the newberry, please contact. The newberry book fair, chicagos favorite used book binge, is held every year the last weekend of july. This guide provides information on some of the groups and organizations that do handle book donations. Gerberhart library and archives midwest lgbtq history. We sell those books in our stores and online to help fund our programs, use and give them away in our literacy and book grant programs.
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