We collect gently used books of every kind — children’s stories, novels, textbooks, and more — and give them a second life by redistributing them to local readers and free libraries.
Every book you donate helps spread the joy of reading and keeps good books out of the landfill.Â
Creative Reuse
Not every book can be read again—but every book can still inspire. Some are sold for a nominal donation to support Illuminations programs, and others become art projects created by local students and volunteers.
How It Works
📗 1. Drop your unwanted books into any Share the Love donation box around Meridian.
📘 2. Volunteers sort each book.
📙 3. Readable books are shared at community events and Little Free Libraries.
📕 4. Worn books are transformed into creative art projects.
We welcome books in good condition — new or gently loved!Â
What We Accept
• Children’s books
• Novels & short stories
• Textbooks
• Dictionaries & reference books
• Encyclopedias
• Hardcover or softcover booksÂ
Our goal is simple: to share the love of reading across our community — and to keep perfectly good books out of the landfill.Â
Share the Books, Share the Love!
SHARE THE LOVE FUNDRAISER
A COMMUNITY LITERACY PROJECT OF ILLUMINATIONS CENTER FOR DYSLEXIA
MERIDIAN, MISSISSIPPI · ILLUMINATIONSDYSLEXIA.COM
Together, we’re giving books a second life and inspiring a love of reading across our community.