All about Book Drives

Book drives are a great way for community groups,

service organizations, businesses, and individuals to put

books into the hands of children. We welcome your support. 

There are several points that need to be considered

before staging a book drive.

All children are entitled to new books.

While we prefer new books, we will accept gently used books.

We ask that the books be in good condition, are secular

in nature, and represent original literature

(not a re-worked story based on a movie or TV series). 

Now here are a few tips:

PLAN YOUR BOOK DRIVE:

• Determine the right timing for your Book Drive
• Tie it in with a community event
• A two week time frame works best

DETERMINE LOCATIONS:

• Identify places where you can place decorated collection boxes.
• We can provide signage.  
• We suggest businesses, community centers, places of worship, schools and libraries

COLLECT QUALITY BOOKS: Click here for a lists of quality books

SHARE: Ask friends and neighbors to help. Give everyone a job.

ADVERTISE:

• Create eye-catching signs or posters
• Hang in high-visibility spots
• Distribute flyers; post on bulletin boards
• Send emails
• Make announcements at churches or schools.
• READ! 365 posters are available.

COLLECT,  SORT  & DELIVER:

• Collect boxes
• Sort books. 
• Click here for information “How to Sort" the collected books.
• Contact info below to arrange delivery of the books

CONTACT

Call 412/361-8560 or email info@read365.org