Community Resources

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Bernie’s Book Bank

Collects children’s books at the Niles Township office.

Contact Information
Address

5255 Main St.
Skokie, IL 60077
United States

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Community Resource Type
Donations
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Books4Cause

Helps fund and support various initiatives locally, nationally, and around the world. They accept any CDs, DVDs, and books in good condition.

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Address

7080 N. McCormick Blvd., Lincolnwood
Lincolnwood, IL
United States

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Community Resource Type
Donations
Hours
Drop offs: Monday-Friday 8 am-3 pm
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Chicago Books to Women in Prison

Sends books to incarcerated women throughout the country. Certain categories (dictionaries, GED, exercise, law, trade skills) are always in demand. See the donations page for a complete list.

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Donations
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Goodwill Store and Donation Center

Accepts donations, including books, records, videotapes, and DVDs. They have numerous donation centers, including one in Skokie.

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Address

5518 W. Touhy Ave.
Skokie, IL
United States

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Community Resource Type
Donations
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Little Free Libraries

Found in many Skokie parks. Other locations can be found by searching the Little Free Libraries website.

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Donations
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Open Books

Delivers books to schools and nonprofits and sells books at two Chicago bookstores. There is a drop bin at Westfield Old Orchard. See website for details.

Contact Information
Address

2068 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL
United States

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Community Resource Type
Donations
Hours
10:30 am-6 pm 7 days a week
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