Where can I donate old books in Melbourne?
Book donation points –
- Brotherhood Books.
- Vinnies.
- Aboriginal Literacy Foundation.
- Little Libraries (there are a lot more of these popping up than are on this list, I know there is one out front of the Alamein Neighbourhood Learning Centre)
- Give Now.
- University Textbooks.
- Secondary School Textbooks (Melbourne):
Does anyone take second hand books?
Bring your boxes of used books to your local Goodwill, Salvation Army or other local charity. To find a local charity center in your area, visit www.charitycenters.com. Make some envelopes. This is a great idea for those books that have missing or torn pages so they can’t be donated.
Do St Vinnies take books?
Vinnies welcomes the donation of quality books – fiction, non-fiction, childrens – if you’ve read it and the quality is good, we’ll happily accept it. Donating Do’s: Put your books in a bag or box and bring them in to your local Vinnies store OR a Vinnies charity bin.
What do you do with old books Australia?
If you want to recycled old books, you just have to make sure that the pages have not turned tan or brown. You should throw them in the general waste bin if that happens. Additionally, the same goes for books that were splashed with liquids; it is best to throw them away with your household trash, instead.
Do Oxfam collect books?
Oxfam shops accept a wide range of donated items, including clothing and accessories, books, records, CDs, DVDs and homewares.
How much money does vinnies donate?
Donations of $2 and more to the Society are tax deductible. Donations of clothing, furniture and household goods can also be made at your local Vinnies shop. This donation will go towards assisting people in your local area….About.
| State | Members Volunteers Total | Conferences |
|---|---|---|
| TOTAL | 20,736 41,152 61,888 | 1,126 |
What can you do with old encyclopedias?
If you’re looking for a more purposeful use for your old encyclopedias, try local schools and libraries. Schools can use the encyclopedias in classrooms or in their library, and local libraries sometimes use donated books to stock shelves.
Why do you need to order from Brotherhood books?
When you order from Brotherhood Books, you keep books out of landfill, reduce your carbon footprint and help BSL support people in our community experiencing disadvantage. Together, let’s make change that lasts for an Australia free of poverty.
What does the Brotherhood of St Laurence do?
Brotherhood Books is an initiative of the Brotherhood of St Laurence, the not-for-profit organisation working with communities across Australia to alleviate and prevent poverty. Through research, engagement and learning, the Brotherhood creates policy and programs to strengthen those most at risk of poverty and disadvantage.
Where can I donate library books in Melbourne?
Please note we are unable to accept ex-library books, and damaged or dirty books. For donations of eight to 25 boxes of books, we offer a free collection service throughout greater Melbourne. To book your collection please call 1300 DONATE (1300 366 283). For small donations please drop your books in to one of our community stores.