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Disposing of Unwanted Books
It's always a great idea to get rid of things you don't need anymore prior to your move date. Extra books definitely fall into this category. Books have a way of piling up and just add to your box count on move day. An option would be to recycle, sell or swap them!
Recycling Books:
Many companies can recycle books especially if they are not in usable condition. Check out the website at Book-Destruction.com to find out more about their recycling process.
Donating Books:
What a great option to share with others who are less fortunate. You can always check to donate books to public libraries, churches, daycare centers or other local charities. Another great website is Better World Books - they pay for the shipping so that your books can be dispersed through worldwide literacy projects.
Swapping Books:
Sites like Book Crossing swap books that you have read with one's that you haven't. You might also suggest a Book Swap for your child's class and a fun activity for the kids!
Selling Books:
Visit your local Half Price Books and actually receive cash for your trade-ins. Amazon.com, eBay and Barnes & Nobles also offer programs to sell your unwanted books.
As you can see there is an option for just about everyone so keep literacy flowing!
List of Local Charities Accepting Donations
Austin Area Food Bank
Following donations accepted:
- Non-perishable food
- Items in non-breakable packaging (no glass containers)
- Food within the expiration date on the package
Items Most Requested:
- Canned meats (tuna, stew and chili)
- Canned vegetables
- Pasta and pasta sauce
- Beans
- Healthy Cereals
- Peanut Butter
What happens to donations?
Distributed to partner agencies who then assist with soup kitchens, community food pantries and shelters.
Caritas of Austin
Following donations accepted:
- Non-perishable food
- Diapers and Pull Ups
- Gently used furniture
- Gently used household items
What happens to donations?
Most go towards the "Refugee Resettlement Program" helping refugees from around the world who are fleeing religious and/or political persecution.
Ink Out Hunger/Austin Area Food Bank
Following donations accepted:
- 10 or more large toner or inkjet cartridges (Hewlett Packard, IBM, Lexmark, Sharp, Panasonic, Xerox, Canon, Dell, Pitney Bowes, Samsung, Brother QMS, Richoh Type)
- Used Cell Phones (Phones Only can be donated - NO phone accessories, batteries or chargers)
What happens to donations?
Significant portion of the proceeds from selling the cartridges and the cell phones for recycling goes straight to the Food Bank.
Salvation Army
Following donations accepted:
- Furniture
- Appliances
- Household Items
- Clothing
You can schedule a Salvation Army pick up by calling 512.416.0607
Axcess Technologies
Following donations accepted:
- Used computers
- Telephones
- Circuit Boards
- Fax Machines
- Printers
- Other Electronic Waste
Please contact them at 512.441.1100 for further information.
Goodwill Industries
Following donations accepted:
- Furniture
- Clothing
- Household Items
- Radios
- Televisions
- Clocks
- Lamps
- Computer Equipment
Contact Goodwill Industries at 512.637.7100
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