Friends of the seattle public librarys huge book sale at ex. Individuals with fewer than three boxes of donations can. If the books are not used for their permanent collection, they are sold via friends of the seattle public. The seattle public library foundation accepts private donations. The seattle public library foundation is rated 4 out of 4 stars by charity navigator. Download a donation form pdf and mail your gift to.
A 501 c 3 public charity dedicated to bringing books, free of charge, to underresourced school libraries and public libraries across the united states. Meanwhile, capping the career of library board president virginia burnside, the seattle public library foundation was established in 1980 to increase outside financial support of the library. Donate to the library books, magazines, videos, cds and dvds. We are a 501c3 registered nonprofit and our ein is 910757660. They play a vital role in fostering public interest and support of the library.
The seattle public library foundation is a libraries, historical societies and landmark preservation charity located in seattle, wa. Discover how you can support your library through donations of books, money or time. If items are deemed inappropriate for the collection they will be passed on to the friends of the library who sell them in their book sales and book store. Friends of the library groups are membersupported, nonprofit organizations who have united around the shared goal of supporting library services in their community. Books, journals, media, and other inkind items for the collections. Used books make a big difference in the lives of americas veterans and their families.
Each dollar you donate will go towards keeping our vast collections, educational programs, and community services free for all new yorkers. While the library may not accept every donation offer, special. Book donation programs libguides at american library. Normal collection procedures apply to all donated materials that are added to the library. 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. Not all donations are added to the librarys collection. Material that is not needed for the collection may be sold for the benefit of the library. Library locations accept donations during regular open hours. The library is happy to consider donations of books, media, and other materials that fulfill the needs of the uw tacoma curriculum. Visit our central library shop for literarythemed and pnw locallymade gifts. Support the libraries greatest needs or your interests. Sep 26, 2000 the seattle public library welcomes donations of books and other materials.
In most cases, usable library materials that the library does not add to its collections are offered to the friends of the jacksonville public library for their annual book sale. Friends of the seattle public library, seattle, wa. Charity navigator rating for the seattle public library. You can also give by calling 2069872153 or 8006351432. I usually donate books to the seattle public library.
Home book donation programs libguides at american library. 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. Book donations district of columbia public library. Donating to the seattle public library foundation is a way for people who believe in the power of public libraries to change lives to help keep our library strong. The library accepts certain book donations for use in our bookstore and book sales to help fund new library materials for our collections as well as programs such as our summer reading initiatives. Treistman if you are interested in volunteering, donating books or have any questions. You dont need to make a longterm commitment to make a lasting impact. We also have volunteer opportunities in many parts of the organization. We welcome your donations, but do not accept cassette tapes, records vinyl albums, vhs tapes, encyclopedias, textbooks, or magazines. The library reserves the right to decide what we do with the gifts we receive.
The seattle public library currently owns 19 of its 23 community branches. We provide a receipt for tax purposes, but appraisals for the value of donated materials are the. Give give it is the policy of the seattle school board to actively encourage cooperation with individuals and governmental and nongovernmental organizations as well as from private and foundation sources desiring to provide resource assistance to the district. Donations of books and other information materials to hong kong public libraries hkpl from individuals and organizations are welcome. I am not aware of other fred hutch resources for book donations. The friends of the seattle public library is a nonprofit, grassroots organization dedicated to promoting our library as an essential. The library also accepts monetary contributions allocated for the purchase of library materials.
Donations are accepted at central library year round. If you have unique materials of local interest that are not in the black studies center or washingtoniana special collections, and you would like to speak with a librarian about donating such items to the library, please contact collections services at 2027271117. Monetary donations, as well as book donations, are accepted, as well as the ability to shop on librarystore. Seattle childrens hospital and research foundation. Jan 09, 2011 public library book sales support your local library by donating books and other items to be sold at community book sales, which benefit a multitude of library services. Many families stock up on kids books at the twiceannual book sale put on by the friends of the seattle public library. We welcome book donations monday friday 9 am 3 pm or wednesday until 7. We serve the areas of queen anne, magnolia, madison park, medina and west seattle.
Call 2089728247 to learn more, or complete the friends volunteer application form and return it to. The groups that take your used books and donate or resell them to benefit a cause. The seattle public library foundation the seattle public. This year, to give us all something to look forward to, spl has kicked off book bingo two weeks earlier than usual. By providing funding and support for library programs, were committed to bolstering the librarys strategic initiatives. The library also accepts monetary contributions allocated for the purchase of. A 15% discount is given on all items, excluding used books and service items. Library staff cannot assist you in transporting books from your vehicle. Ive included a list of links below for both seattlearea or national and international resources for book donations.
If youre interested in contributing materials to the library, please identify and contact the appropriate subject librarian. Gifts of library materials have significantly enhanced our collections. Your donation will be considered for friends of the library book sales. We gratefully accept the following items, when they are both timely and in good condition. Getting the most from donations public libraries online. For donations requiring more than a carload of books please contact 718.
Under find events, check the box for used book sales. Seattle public library adult book bingo 2020,seattle public libraries, seattle. If you have historically significant manuscripts, photographs, books, archival materials or other items that you believe would enhance the librarys research and special collections, please contact one of the librarys curators or, for general inquiries, please contact gifts. Please note we cannot accept textbooks or other school materials. We only accept donations during library operating hours. Join or renew today and receive 15% off all gifts at the friendshop. All gifts become the property of the vancouver public library. For tax purposes, you determine the worth of your donation.
The friends are not accepting donations at this time. Books, posters, audio books, cds and more are accepted as donations. Donations of materials andor equipment to the library are tax deductible. The library reserves the right to determine the disposition of all gifts received. 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 calgary public library foundation supports the library through fundraising. Our volunteer members advocate for, educate about, and raise funds on behalf of the seattle public library. All library materials accepted as gifts will be evaluated in accordance with the jacksonville public library collection development policy. The seattle public libraryand every public library, for that matteris pissed at one of the big five publishers. Some groups also have ongoing sales at their library. On memo line, note libraries followed by fund name.
The friends operate a wellstocked friendshop on level 3 at the central library. Visit our covid19 response page for ongoing updates. However, they are subject to the same selection process as those acquired through purchase, and acceptance generally depends on their conformity with the established selection criteria and ability to strengthen the library collection. The first thursday of every month is customer appreciation day at the friendshop. Friends of the seattle public library wants your old books, cds, videos, records and art prints if theyre in clean, saleable condition. The bainbridge community owns the library building and grounds, and donations are the sole source of bpl income. You can drop off materials at the civic center library, the mission branch library, or the friends of the library book sorting room, located at 602 civic center drive. March 15, 2020 huge book sale at seattle center exhibition hall. Donating to the seattle public library foundation is a way for people who. We do accept book donations and will direct all donations to the appropriate user.
Information about the friends of the seattle public library book sales and where and how to donate books. The library does not accept donations of used books or media. Library we are both honored and thankful that our library received a major remodel, due in large part, to the sponsorship of target stores,and the heart of america foundation. 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. We cant say enough how much we appreciate your support. Book haven, discover books, friends of the seattle public library, holy. Public library book sales support your local library by donating books and other items to be sold at community book sales, which benefit a multitude of library services. All tacoma public library locations are closed until further notice. These funds are dedicated to maintenance, repair, improvement and utilities of your library. Gifts, donations, other public and private grants, and book sales provide additional revenues to the library. You can donate books to the friends of the library for their annual book sale. 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. Policy on gifts of materials the new york public library.
There are always opportunities to help with clerical activities. Seattle public library denounces publishers new ebook policy. The new york public library relies on the generosity of its donors to build its research and special collections. Seattle public library denounces publishers new ebook. Donate your car if you need to offload your vehicle, but dont want to deal with the hassle of selling it, donate it to the seattle public library foundation for its cash value.
Mar 21, 2011 i usually donate books to the seattle public library. Due to the costs and labor involved with making individual books ready for public use, the donated books that we receive are not added to the librarys current circulating collection. There are many opportunities for the community to get involved in the denny library. Books can be delivered to the returns desk in the central library grand lobby any time during its hours of service. With the irs, no good deed can be claimed on your taxes without the proper records. Better world books ala the american library association ala really would prefer that you check with your local library first. You could try offering them up on fredslist to see if others in the fred hutch community might be interested. Gifts, donations, other public and private grants, rentals, and book sales provide additional revenues to the library. The city provides the seattle public librarys primary funding.
Donations may be added to our collection or sold by the friends of the phoenix public library. Donations should not be left outside the building when the library is closed or deposited in the book drop. The seattle public library currently owns 18 of its 22 community branches. The city provides the seattle public library s primary funding. Please call in advance regarding large donations as storage space is limited. The foundation has teamed up with the nonprofit cars charitable adult rides and services to accept used cars as yet another way you can help benefit the seattle. Combined, they donated 2,000 new volumes to our book collection including a major number of caldecott medal winners. Due to the high volume of requests, home pickups book up in advance and are typically available within 7 to 10 days. If past years are any indication, you may come home from the library s book dvdcd fundraisersale with a massive haul. Parking garage is located under the building access via the parking lot on the west side. Apr 17, 2020 donate your car if you need to offload your vehicle, but dont want to deal with the hassle of selling it, donate it to the seattle public library foundation for its cash value. If theyre in good condition, we want your books, magazines, videos, cds and dvds.
Donate your new and gentlyused books to support our annual book sale. In may 1998, the board of trustees adopted a comprehensive facilities plan entitled libraries for all lfa. All donated material is considered according to the same selection criteria applied to purchased materials. Book donation line at 54231859 please do not drop donations off at ponderosa elementary school. Thank you for donating to the bainbridge public library bpl. Donate to help the new york public library provide free books, classes, and more to all. Seattle public library adult book bingo 2020 at seattle. Book sale information friends of the seattle public library. The bellevue library foundation is registered as a 501c3 tax exempt organization. These items become the inventory for the chandler booktique, the annual book sale, online sales through and the bag sales. They enrich the lives of everyone in our community, regardless of age or economic circumstance. The friends of the seattle public library fospl seeks to engage broad community support for the seattle public library through book sales, advocacy, and grants.
The seattle public library welcomes donations of books and other materials. Decisions on whether and how donated items will be added to the librarys collections are based on the same evaluative criteria that are applied to purchased materials. Friends of the seattle public library home facebook. Wcpl provides a service to our community by accepting donations of your used books, and we will supply a tax donation letter. Volunteers of the friends staff tree city books at the main library, process books for multiple book sales, and help with other activities as needed. We accept donations of used books, audio books on cd, and dvds only. If you need to offload your vehicle, but dont want to deal with the hassle of selling it, donate it to the seattle public library foundation for its cash value. Donate your car the seattle public library foundation.
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