Books must be in boxes up to six boxes per vehicle only. Friends of the seattle public library home facebook. Donate gently used books, cds, dvds, and magazines to be sold by friends groups. The seattle public library foundation the seattle public. Please drop off your donations at the corner book shop when we reopen. The seattle public library spl is the public library system serving the city of seattle.
Donor benefits and our ability to host events may be. They enrich the lives of everyone in our community, regardless of age or economic circumstance. Places to donate gentlyread childrens books seattles child. Donor benefits and our ability to host events may be affected by covid19 and social distancing requirements. Books to give and get the seattle public library foundation. All donations to flh are used for the support and promotion of the hawaii state public library system. Libraries continue to provide essential services our neighbors rely on, including curbside checkouts and printing, ebooks, job search assistance.
Book donation guidelines and the dropoff schedule are posted at the library in june and below. Folmc bookstores accept new and gently used items in good, clean condition. The friends of the seattle public library operate the friendshop, a gift store located in the central branch of the seattle public library. Your donation will be considered for friends of the library book sales. All but one of seattle s early purposebuilt libraries were carnegie.
No need to make an appointment simply stop by our stores during regular business hours and our friendly staff will help you. While the library may not accept every donation offer, special consideration will be given for such items. The friends of the public library of cincinnati and. Selected friends of the library chapters various chapters of the friends of the dc public library frequently accept book donations for their periodic book sales. 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. At friends of the sfpl, we sell donated items to further our mission of supporting the san francisco public library system.
The friends of the seattle public library is a nonprofit, grassroots. The seattle public library foundation is a nonprofit partner of the library. Where to donate your unwanted book in seattle neighbors. The friends of the seattle public library advocates, educates and raises funds. Founded in 1969, the friends of the public library is a nonprofit, 501c3 organization that supports the public library albuquerque and bernalillo county. This popular event, attended by thousands from throughout the region, is open to the public from 9 a.
Also, at this time the seattle public library was a mainstay of the king county library system then known as the king county rural library district, with 70,000 book loans in 1948 to king county patrons outside the city. Often the foundation and friends of the library are referred to interchangeably. Friends of the sacramento public library 828 i street ste. Library staff cannot assist you in transporting books from your vehicle. Located in hartwell, just south of wyoming, the warehouse, as we call it, is a bookstore selling gently used books at very low prices with the mission of supporting the public library of cincinnati and hamilton county, and getting cheap books into the hands of those who want and need. At our annual big book sales, we sell hundreds of thousands of used books. Friends of the library are community groups which support the various. We also have volunteer opportunities in many parts of the organization. Over 100,000 books, cds, dvds and more will be for sale to the public at bargain prices at the 2017 friends of the seattle public library huge spring book sale. Donations should not be left outside the building when the library is closed or deposited in the book drop. Friends of the seattle public library volunteer opportunities. The friends of the seattle public library is a nonprofit, grassroots organization dedicated to promoting the library as an essential institution of our society.
Materials not added to the library s collection will be sent to the friends of the library book sales, outer branch book sales, recycled for paper or donated to other organizations. The seattle public library foundation invests in innovative programs that help the. They play a vital role in fostering public interest and support of the library. If you want to support the library and the friends, please. The library legacy society is made up of people who have included the seattle public library foundation as a named beneficiary in their estate plans or have made a substantial gift to one of the foundations endowment funds. Friends of the library of hawaii 501 sumner street, unit 614 honolulu, hi 96817. The seattle public library foundation helps the library build its collection and resources, offer programs for patrons of all ages, and better serve the needs of our community. Your support of the seattle public library foundation helps ensure the library can build its collections and continue all the valuable services you, your friends and neighbors benefit from every day. The friends of the seattle public library is a nonprofit, grassroots organization dedicated to promoting our library as an essential institution of society and supporting its mission and vision. The friends of the seattle public library is a nonprofit, grassroots organization dedicated to promoting our library as an essential institution. Low stock friends of the seattle public library donation. Donation forms archive friends of the library of hawaii.
Please call in advance regarding large donations as storage space is limited. Our book sales are wellknown community events, fun for groups of friends and families. Donating to the seattle public library foundation is a way for people who. Albuquerque bernalillo public library friends of the library.
Places to donate gentlyread childrens books seattle. The seattle public library foundation accepts private donations. Books, posters, audio books, cds and more are accepted as donations. Sep 26, 2000 the seattle public library welcomes donations of books and other materials.
Donate your car the seattle public library foundation. By midcentury, the seattle public library circulated a lot more than books. Our volunteer members advocate for, educate about, and raise funds on behalf of the seattle public library. Friends of the seattle public library book sale march 17.
Donations have resumed for the annual friends of the tompkins county library book sale which has been delayed indefinitely due to coronavirus donations will be accepted. Your used books make a big difference in the lives of americas veterans and their families. Friends of the library of hawaii is primarily staffed by volunteers who sort and price donations. Donating to the seattle public library foundation is a way for people who believe in the power of public libraries to change lives and to help keep our library strong. Friends of the seattle public library book sale march 1719. The friendshop acts as an ambassador for the seattle public library, selling used books and gift items that celebrate reading and support the library s mission of bringing people, information and ideas together to enrich lives and build community. If the books are not used for their permanent collection, they are sold via friends of the seattle public library at semiannual book sales where all the proceeds go toward spl projects and act. The friends raise funds to be used by the seattle public library for activities not ordinarily covered under the librarys operating budget since ongoing library operations are paid for by city of seattle tax dollars and are the responsibility of our city government. Without community donations, programs and resources may be cut. Childrens used bookswind in the willows and friends. Donate your books to the jefferson county library foundation and support the programs and services of the foundation and the jefferson county public library. The friends of chandler library is a nonprofit, volunteer organization committed to supporting the chandler public.
If the books are not used for their permanent collection, they are sold via friends of the seattle public. Material that is not considered saleable or any excess is. The salvation army is one of the worlds largest providers of social aid. Discover how you can support your library through donations of money or time. Eighty years on, and two central buildings later, the friends are still working to support the library and the people in its communities. Materials that are not utilized in the librarys collection will be transferred to the friends of the seattle public library friends, a nonprofit organization, for inclusion in their book sales. The friends of the library of hawaii is a nonprofit organization whose primary objective is to maintain free public libraries in the state of hawaii, to promote extension of library services throughout the state of hawaii and to increase the facilities of the public library system of hawaii by securing materials beyond the command of the ordinary library budget. I usually donate books to the seattle public library.
Book donations district of columbia public library. The seattle public library also includes mobile services and the central library, which was designed by rem koolhaas and opened in 2004. You can make a cash donation at the corner book shop or by sending a check to. The friends organize the annual book sale in july, a very popular event in town and an excellent source of revenue. The friends of the seattle public library is a nonprofit, grassroots organization dedicated to promoting our library as an essential institution of society and. Please check that all donated materials are of good quality and in good condition. The seattle public library foundation will join more than 350 library systems across north america to celebrate library giving day, a national online giving event focused on library philanthropy libraries continue to provide essential services our neighbors rely on, including curbside checkouts and printing, ebooks, job search assistance, online tutoring, and mobile book delivery. Grants and support to the seattle public library for. Library locations accept donations during regular open hours. The library reserves the right to determine the disposition of all gifts received. But public funding only covers half of the library s program costs. We are always looking for popular and perennial titles in good condition. If you are donating on behalf of a friends of the library group, please list the friends group as the donor in the below form.
Thank you to documentary media, mountaineers books and jet city improv for their donations to the member appreciation tote bags full of. The friends of chandler library is a nonprofit, volunteer organization committed to supporting the chandler public library system in. The friendshop is a wellstocked gift shop on level 3 at the central library, loaded with literarythemed gifts and supplies useful at the library. Donor benefits the seattle public library foundation. It is a public library which gladly accepts any of your books that you are through with.
Friends of the seattle public library, seattle, wa. You may also call our office and donate over the phone at 808 536. Friends volunteer members advocate, educate and raise funds on behalf of the library, its patrons and the larger seattle community. Donate books and more friends of washoe county libraries. Book donations at the donation center in potrero hill are by appointment only, for more information, click. It is in this same spirit of community in 2021, that we friends celebrate all the positive work we and our members have accomplished. No matter how big or small, your donations are needed and appreciated. Library legacy society the seattle public library foundation. Donate books and media friends of the library of hawaii. Materials not added to the librarys collection will be sent to the friends of the library book sales, outer branch book sales, recycled for paper or donated to other.
Best booksale in massachuestts norfolk has the best book sale in massachusetts. The seattle public library foundation is a 501c3 taxexempt organization and your donation is taxdeductible within the guidelines of u. Staff week curbside services and restroom access will begin at 1 p. Donations and book dropoffs are suspended until further notice. Book and media donations friends of the berkeley public. Where to donate used books 11 best places to start. Until we are able to accept donations again, all items left at the library will be recycled. The big book sale this fall is canceled, and the friends bookstore at fort mason is permanently closed. April 58 to allow staff to participate in virtual staff inservice activities. Friends of the charlotte library charlotte public library. Our warehouse is open to receive donations monday tuesday from 9. The friends of the public library of cincinnati and hamilton. Friends of the library book sale reopens for donations. The friendshop acts as an ambassador for the seattle public library, selling used books and gift items that celebrate reading and support the library s mission of bringing people, information and ideas.
The friends of the library runs a wellstocked gift shop. This new group, the friends of the seattle public library, planned luncheons, dances, contests, drawings, book donations and other events to encourage public engagement. Friends of the seattle public library the seattle public. Book and media donations friends of the berkeley public library. See the library s materials donation policy for more information. We accept books, media cds, dvds, audiobooks, puzzles, and more at the corner book shop. Advocate for and increase public awareness of library services, needs, and goals. The friends of the seattle public library is a nonprofit, grassroots organization dedicated to promoting our library as an essential institution of our society. Let us know about titles to consider for our collection. Donated books are subject to the same selection criteria as other books we buy. Friends of the library book sale reopens for donations the. Friends of the seattle public library book sale volunteer. Many families stock up on kids books at the twiceannual book sale put on by the friends of the seattle public library. Materials not added to our collection are sent to the friends of the seattle public library for its semiannual book sales.
Donations of books and other items in small amounts will be accepted towards our fundraising book sales in support of okanagan regional library downtown kelowna, mission and rutland branch libraries programming and facilities. If your heart, like mine, soars with a deep yearning when you. The friends of the seattle public library is a nonprofit. The friends of the seattle public library is a nonprofit, grassroots organization dedicated to promoting our. A community book store that supports the library, one used book at a time. At other times of the year, due to storage limitations, book donations may be accepted on a casebycase basis. See the librarys materials donation policy for more information. The communitys support through donations and volunteer hours is greatly appreciated. Mar 19, 2021 the seattle public library foundation donations. The friends may donate any surplus inventory to nonprofit entities that the library has identified as contributing to its. All proceeds from the friends book sales are donated to the library in support of the librarys mission and programs, and to otherwise enhance the librarys collections.
We only accept donations during library operating hours. Friends of the seattle public library guidestar profile. The library also accepts monetary contributions allocated for the purchase of library materials. Gently used hardback and paperback books, fiction and nonfiction, for children. Let us know about titles to consider for our collection the. Our volunteer members advocate for, educate about, and raise funds on behalf of the library. Friends of the library of hawaii is a notforprofit, taxexempt organization approved by section 501 c3 of the irc. If you have a question or need help, ask us or call 2063864636. Library friends need your used book donations woodinville.
Please wait to make book donations until we are able to process them again. Friends of the library, montgomery county is a 501c3 notforprofit organization. Folmc rockville bookstore is now accepting donations. New date and location set friends members only sale july 2, 2021 6. The seattle public library foundation will join more than 350 library systems across north america to celebrate library giving day, a national online giving event focused on library philanthropy. Fill out the form below to donate online, or you can mail your donation to. All proceeds from the friends book sales are donated to the library in support of the librarys mission and programs, and to otherwise enhance the librarys. Eighty years on, and two central buildings later, the friends are still working to support the library and the. Our volunteer members advocate, educate, and raise funds on behalf of the library, its patrons, and the larger seattle community. Due to the closure of the bellevue library and the corner book shop in response to the coronavirus covid19 pandemic, we are not able to accept donations at this time. The friends of the seattle public library is a nonprofit, grassroots membership group dedicated to promoting seattle s library system. The friends of the library book sale is a significant source of funding for library programming, museum passes and many extras for chelmsford patrons.
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