Check to see if they are looking for current titles, or organizing a community book sale in the near future. Many local libraries do not have space or time to sort through large collections of books.
They are often conveniently located and you can find a drop-off location near you on their site.Īs with most places on this list, it is wise and courteous to call in advance for specifics on current needs. Goodwill is a non-profit organization that provides job training, employment placement services, and other community-based programs for people who have barriers preventing them from otherwise obtaining a job. 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. The Salvation Army is one of the world’s largest providers of social aid. You can donate books at several locations in your city, including: In order to provide a thoughtful and thorough answer to the question above, I’ve spent time researching the most current and up-to-date places you can go to donate books. When we decide it’s time to part with them, we want to know they are going to a nice home where they can continue to enrich and improve other people’s lives. Books are an important part of our lives but many of us still struggle with what to do with old books. But the struggle and the question are probably related. It’s an interesting paradox when you think about it. But one of the most common questions I get asked is, “ Where can I donate books?” For some, the hardest items to declutter are books. Donation receipts will be available at the drop-off point. A volunteer will be on hand to answer questions and give brief information, but will not be able to help move your donations. You will carry your boxes and bags of donations about ten feet to our bins. Donors and Friends volunteers must wear masks and practice social distancing during d rop-offs. Use the intercom outside the building to let us know you have arrived, and a volunteer will open the garage door to receive your donation. If you are driving your donation to us, you can parallel park in one of the reserved spots in front of our building. We will no longer be able to assist you in moving donations from your vehicle to our donation bins, so please only use containers that you or someone accompanying you will be able to lift and move ten feet. Please box or bag your donations in advance, especially if you have a large quantity. We also don't accept former library books with call numbers, card pockets, and the like. We do not accept encyclopedia sets, magazines, VHS or cassette tapes, artwork, clothing, or household items. If in doubt, ask yourself, “Would I read this book in bed?” We ask that you not donate books that are moldy, water-damaged, musty from long storage in a garage or basement, heavily highlighted or underlined, showing signs of insect or rodent infestation, or smelling of tobacco. Our staff and volunteers are experienced with rare and collectible books, and we thoroughly examine all donated materials to identify valuable and exceptional items. We are also eager to receive technical, academic, and collectible books that we can sell through our eBay and Amazon storefronts. We are always looking for popular and perennial titles in good condition.
In addition to books, we accept CDs, DVD & Blu-ray, vinyl, computer & videogames, and books on CD.
At Friends of the SFPL, we s ell donated items to further our mission of supporting the San Francisco Public Library System.
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