We do not accept book donations at Helen Plum Library, but here are a few places nearby that do!
SCARCE
800 S. Rohlwing Rd (Route 53)
Unit D
Addison, IL 60101
SCARCE is an environmental education non-profit in DuPage County. They can help recycle a variety of household items and accept bok donations. They even have a used bookstore, benefiting low-cost educational materials to schools and non-profits while diverting resources from landfills. Be sure to check their website for specific hours.
Cornerstone Used Books
22 S. Villa Avenue
Villa Park, IL 60181
Cornerstone is a local, independently-owned used bookstore in Villa Park that accepts donations and even offers store credit for your used books.
Goodwill
351 E Roosevelt Rd
Lombard, IL 60148
Goodwill centers accept book donations as well as vinyl records, CDs, videotapes, and DVDs.
Bernie's Book Bank
Lombard drop-off location:
Lombard Bank & Trust
1145 S. Main St.
Lombard, IL 60148
Bernie’s Book Bank sources, processes, and distributes free quality children’s books throughout Chicagoland. They accept new and gently used children's books, and you can drop off donations at many locations in Chicagoland.
AAUW, Wheaton-Glen Ellyn Branch
Lombard drop-off location*:
Sunset Knoll Rec Center
820 South Finley Road
Lombard, IL 60148
*Drop-off locations vary depending on the timing of the book sale! Check the AAUW website for the most up-to-date information.
The Wheaton-Glen Ellyn branch of the American Association of University Women holds an annual book sale benefitting scholarships for local students. Check their website for the dates and donation drop-off locations.
Little Free Libraries
Various locations
The Little Free Library nonprofit organization encourages book lovers to build Little Free Libraries around parks and neighborhoods in their area. There are many Little Free Libraries around Lombard, and you can find your nearest one using the online map.
Half Price Books
1328 Butterfield Rd
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Half Price Books will give you cash or store credit for books, audio-visual materials, and even puzzles and board games. They will donate or recycle what they can't resell. Visit their website to learn more.