You can donate books to a variety of places depending on your location and the type of books you have. Here are some common and impactful options:
- The Salvation Army : Proceeds from book sales support rehabilitation programs
- Goodwill : Accepts books to fund job training and community programs
- Local Libraries : Many accept current titles or for community book sales; call ahead
- Vietnam Veterans of America : Supports veterans through book donations and pickup services
- Habitat for Humanity ReStores : Books help fund community building projects
- Local Charities and Thrift Stores : Many accept books and sometimes offer free pickup (Donation Town can help find these)
- Oxfam Shops : Accept books to fund poverty-fighting programs, primarily in the UK
- Kids Need to Read : Accepts like-new children’s books for underfunded schools and libraries
- Reader to Reader : Supports underserved communities in the US with free books
- African Library Project and Books for Africa : Send books to build libraries and support education in Africa
- Prison Book Programs and Books Through Bars : Provide books to prisoners in certain regions
- Books for Soldiers / Operation Paperback : Sends books to American troops and veterans
- Better World Books : Has drop boxes and sells donated books online to fund literacy initiatives worldwide
- Local Theaters and Retirement Homes : May accept historical or recreational books for use or display
- Online Communities : BookCrossing, BookMooch, and Freecycle allow you to share or exchange books with others
Before donating, it’s best to contact the organization or location to confirm their current needs and donation guidelines, especially regarding book condition and types accepted
. If you want to donate internationally or in specific cities, some specialized libraries and charity shops (like the International English Library or Oxfam in the UK) also accept English books in good condition
. This broad list should help you find a suitable place to donate your books and ensure they benefit others effectively.
