Donations
Thank you for considering Skokie Public Library for your donations.
Please be advised that due to the pandemic, we are no longer accepting donations of materials of any kind. Check this page for updates.
MONETARY DONATIONS
If you would like to make a monetary donation to the library, you may do so online by visiting our PayPal account or clicking the Donate button below. Alternatively, you may mail a check to:
Skokie Public Library
Attn: Administration
5215 Oakton St.
Skokie, IL 60077
For memorial gifts or donations to honor friends and loved ones, please be sure to note whom the donation is in honor of.
Other organizations
In addition to the library, these area organizations also collect book donations and use them for a good cause.
Bernie’s Book Bank
The Niles Township office is now a permanent collection point for children’s books for Bernie’s Book Bank. Visit their website for more information on how you can contribute.
5255 Main Street
Skokie, Illinois 60077
847-673-9300
Books4Cause
Books4Cause is a for-profit social venture that helps fund and support various initiatives locally, nationally and around the world. They accept any CDs, DVDs, and books in good condition. Visit their website to learn how you can donate.
3415 Madison St.
Skokie, IL 60076
847-807-4974
Chicago Books to Women in Prison
Chicago Books to Women in Prison sends books to female inmates throughout the country. Certain categories (dictionaries, GED, exercise, cooking, law, trade skills) are always in demand. Visit their website for a complete list.
Open Books
Open Books is a nonprofit that delivers thousands of books to schools and nonprofits and also sells books through their two Chicago bookstores. Visit their website for information on donating books and scheduling a book pickup.
651 W. Lake St.
Chicago, IL 60661
312-475-1355 x114
books@open-books.org