NEW AND USED BOOKS/MAGAZINES: [back to top]
Boston Public Library accepts donations year-round for their Quarterly Book sales. Donations of books and magazines can be dropped off at the administration desk at the Copley Square Branch. Contributions are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Got Books - Serving the local community by working as a professional fundraiser for local charities and nonprofit groups. We do this primarily by hosting charity book sales in our warehouse located in North Reading, MA. Our books are supplied by residents and groups who have donated Books, CDs, Videos, DVDs and more through our exclusive pick-up service. We accept all types of books, even textbooks also accept new and used Cd’s and Dvd’s. 50% of sales are donated to raise money for local non-profit organizations. 978-664-6555
Prison Book Program - Collects and distributes selected paperback books to prison inmates. 617-423-3298.
Reader to Reader provides books to the nation’s poorest communities including inner-city schools, Native American reservations, and poor rural towns. They supply books for all reading levels from elementary to college and universities. Donations of books can be mailed to: Reader to Reader, Inc. 24 Mt. View Circle, Amherst, MA 01002. Contact Person: David Mazor, dmazor@readertoreader.org, 413-256-8595. Contributions are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.
More Than Words is staffed by "youths at risk". They sell used books both online through Amazon and other web-based book sellers. The revenue goes toward paying the young people. Their mission is to give these kids good business skills and experience, and to help them move into employment by companies. They are looking for any used books, except for paperback "mass market" best sellers, which are already flooding the market. Examples of what they want are: Hard cover, non-fiction, art, philosophy, cooking, textbooks (within past 3-5 years). Anything that would sell online would be great. They will pick up donations of 10 boxes or more, with some notice. Donations are tax deductible. 376 Moody St. Waltham MA 02453 Phone# 781-788-0035
Hands Across the Water is a 100% non-profit book charity that distributes book donations to needy areas in the U.S. and worldwide. The next time you hear about a flood or tornado, they might be there to help the schools and libraries rebuild their collections. They have bins in several communities. Check out their website at www.surplusbooksforchariaty.org for details and dropoff locations.
CAMERA/FILM: [back to top]
Emerson College Film Department – 617-824-8815 Attn. Timothy McKenna. Old films and equipment (student use only)
Krasker Film/Video Services Boston University – 617-353-8112. Old films and equipment—16 mm only (for student use only)
CELL PHONES: [back to top]
Collects and distributes used cell phones for people at risk to use in emergencies.
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Shelter Alliance - 866-267-8081
- Verizon Wireless stores (many locations)
EYEGLASSES: [back to top]
Lion’s Club collects and distributes eyeglasses to the needy. Boxes can be found at optical stores and some other locations such as some libraries and post-offices.
HEARING AIDS: [back to top]
Hearing Aid Project. 508-752-7272
Or most audiology offices and hearing centers accept donations
PREVIOUSLY USED CLOTHING, FURNITURE AND HOUSEHOLD ITEMS: [back to top]
Salvation Army: Donations may be dropped off at any Salvation Army location. Picks up of furniture may be arranged by calling 1-800-958-7825. Tax receipts available.
Good Will: Accepts clothing, shoes, accessories, books, toys, small working appliance and computers, antiques and collectibles. No large items, paint, mattresses or cribs. They DO NOT pick up. Call 1-800-664-6577 for a drop-off location.
Big Brothers: All types of clothing and small reusable household items such as dish linens, small appliances, toys, knick-knacks, books and small furniture (capable of being picked up by one person). They sell the goods to thrift shops to raise money for their programs. Call 1-617-542-9090 to arrange pick up.
Planet Aid: Collects clothes in drop boxes to be sold in their own stores or sold to clothing recyclers or donated to HUMANA People to People projects in Africa, Latin America, and Asia. Drop Boxes located at: Bread and Circus ( Washington street, Brookline) and Hunan Garden (corner of Harvard St.. and Aspinwall Ave.)
CHILDREN’S TOYS/CLOTHES/BABY EQUIPMENT: (ALSO SEE LIST ABOVE) [back to top]
Cradles to Crayons: provides necessities to poor and homeless children. Accepts donations of new and gently-used clothing, books, toys, baby items and school supplies for kids aged 0-12. Contact 617-471-8417 or see website for more specifics. (Quincy)
Horizons for Homeless Children: Their programs are always in need of toys, books, art supplies and more! Contact 617-287-1900 or see website for more info. (Dorchester)
Room to Grow: Helps babies born into poverty. See website or call 617-859-4545 for more details.
PROM DRESSES: [back to top]
Cinderella Project, New Hampshire. 603-472-8043 - Provides formal attire for teens in need.
WOMEN'S BUSINESS CLOTHING: [back to top]
Dress for Success: provides clothing for women going through job training programs and job interviews. 617-323-7544
SHOES: [back to top]
City Sports (all locations) recycle shoes for school play equipment.
USED CARS: [back to top]
Salvation Army – 1-888-999-2769
Mothers Against Drunk Driving - 1-800-720-6233
American Lung Association – 1-888-300-5864
National Kidney Foundation – 1-800-488-2277
BUILDING MATERIALS: [back to top]
Boston Building Materials Cooperative in West Roxbury accepts donations of reusable building materials from homeowners, businesses and contractors to sell to low-income families. This program reduces the amount of construction waste headed to landfills. All donations are tax deductible. For more information call 617-442-8917
MISC ITEMS: [back to top]
Boston, Massachusetts Freecycle(TM) is open to all who want to "recycle" that special something rather than throw it away. Whether a chair, a fax machine, or an old door, feel free to post it. Maybe you're looking to acquire something yourself! Everything posted must be FREE,legal and appropriate for all ages.
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