Donating to the Friends of the Library Book Sale

Thank you for considering a donation to the Friends of the Sioux City Public Library. Most items sold at the Book Sale begin as a donation, and proceeds from the sale support the Library’s collections, services, and programs.

The Friends of the Library Book Sale would not be possible without your donations and the generosity of our volunteers who help staff the event.

What can I donate?

We welcome the following items:

• Books – fiction and nonfiction, for children and adults
• Audiobooks on CD
• Music CDs
• Vinyl records
• DVDs

Items NOT accepted:

• VHS tapes
• Cassette tapes
• Magazines
• Newspapers
• Textbooks
• Encyclopedias
• Condensed books
• Household items or other non-book donations

Materials with damage (including tearing or highlighting/underlining) or in dirty condition (including water damage, stains, mold, odors, insects, dirt, grime, or pet hair) are NOT accepted and will be sent back with the donor. The Library incurs a cost for items that must be disposed of or recycled.

Where can I donate?

Donations may be dropped off at the Aalfs (Downtown) Library Monday through Friday between 9 am – 3 pm.

• Please call ahead at (712) 255-2933 ext. 2251 so Library staff are available to assist.
• Donations must be boxed or bagged before dropping off. Containers will not be returned to the donor.

There are also two drop-boxes for donations around the city of Sioux City.

• Hy-Vee Grocery  — 2827 Hamilton Boulevard
• Fareway Grocery — 4267 Sergeant Road

Is my donation tax deductible?

If requested, the library staff taking your donation can issue a receipt noting the number of boxes/totes/bags of books and/or recordings received. Library staff are not qualified to determine the value of your donation. Your tax preparer can help you with the amount.

Who can I talk to about donating to the Book Sale?

Please call the Library’s Administrative Office at (712)255-2933 ext. 2251 with further questions.

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