Are there any charities that I can donate old books to for children? (details inside)?

Question

Particularly books for teens/young adults

I'm wondering if there is a charity that I can donate these books to that will give them to kids who can't afford education in other countries or something...Does anyone know of one? I have A LOT of books to donate.

Answer 1

Although I don't think the fact they are in English is a problem, I do agree w/Sarah C. that shipping could be a problem. Many churches have members who regularly go abroad on missions & they are seeking items to distribute. However, I don't know if you are prepared to sponsor the overseas shipping cost to have your books distributed. If not, you could always donate them to a charity thrift shop. You would receive satisfaction + a small tax deduction, the charity would make a little money, & folks who want the books for their children would find them affordable.

Answer 2

There are plenty of kids in this country who don't have many books. How much they'd want old ones is debatable, however. If you, who presumably love books, want to get rid of these, why would someone who hasn't had much experience with books and may not like them much want THESE books?

Two problems with sending them overseas.

1. High cost of shipping them

2. Ability to read English