Donating Books to the Library Toronto
Do you have books that you no longer need or want? Do you want to support the Toronto Public Library (TPL) and its programs and services? If so, you might consider donating your books to the library and help create opportunities and access for thousands of Torontonians.
Donating Books To The Library Toronto
However, not all books are suitable for donation. In this article, we will explain the criteria for donating books, the benefits of doing so, and how to donate your books to the library.
Criteria for Donating Books
The TPL does not accept used book donations at its branches, but only at its two BookEnds bookstores, located at the Toronto Reference Library and North York Central Library . These bookstores are run by Friends of TPL volunteers, who sell the donated books and raise funds for the library.
However, not all books are accepted by the bookstores. The donated books must meet the following criteria:
Material must be in very good condition and less than five years old
Only English and French books, CDs and DVDs will be accepted. For books, we prefer popular fiction and nonfiction in hardcover, mass market and trade paperbacks
Any other material, including magazines, computer books, textbooks, encyclopaedias and multilingual material will not be accepted by staff
If your books do not meet these criteria, please consider donating them to other non-profit organizations. You can check out the City of Toronto Waste Reduction Information for more options.
Benefits of Donating Books
Donating your books to the library has many benefits, both for you and for the library. Here are some of them:
You can declutter your home and free up some space by getting rid of unwanted books
You can share your books with other readers who might enjoy them
You can help the environment by reducing waste and saving resources
You can support the library and its mission to provide free and equitable access to information, ideas and culture for all Torontonians
You can help fund vital programs and services at the library, such as literacy programs, newcomer services, digital innovation hubs, children's programs and more
You can get a tax receipt for your donation if it is valued at $500 or more
How to Donate Books
If you have books that meet the criteria for donation, you can follow these steps to donate them to the library:
Contact one of the BookEnds bookstores to make an appointment for drop off during store hours. You can call 416-395-5810 for BookEnds North or 416-397-5948 for BookEnds South
Pack your books in sturdy boxes or bags that are easy to carry. Label them as "Book Donation" and include your name and contact information
Bring your books to the bookstore at the scheduled time. You will be asked to fill out a donation form and receive a receipt if applicable
Enjoy the satisfaction of knowing that you have made a difference for the library and its users
Alternatively, you can also donate your books online through [CanadaHelps], a secure online donation platform that allows you to choose from various TPL programs and services that you want to support. You can also make a cash donation through [TPL Foundation], which helps fund many essential initiatives at the library.
Conclusion
Donating your books to the library is a great way to support the TPL and its community. By doing so, you can help provide free and equitable access to information, ideas and culture for all Torontonians. You can also enjoy some personal benefits, such as decluttering your home, sharing your books with others, helping the environment, and getting a tax receipt. However, before you donate your books, make sure they meet the criteria for donation and contact one of the BookEnds bookstores to make an appointment. You can also donate your books online through CanadaHelps or make a cash donation through TPL Foundation. Thank you for your generosity and support for the library!
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