Books for Boots is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides new and gently used books, movies, music cd's, puzzles, and craft items to all members of our military - from injured recruits at basic training to veterans. Our goals include establishing mini libraries for all basic training locations so that items are on hand for injured recruits, supply veterans homes with items as needed / requested, and to provide items upon request to active duty units both stateside and overseas. Items and delivery are provided at no cost to the military, military members or their families.
As of December 21st, 2024, we have shipped out over 3,174 books, 1,586 movies, 298 CD's, and 144 puzzles to injured recruits. We currently have over 2,565 books, 878 movies, 175 CD's cleaned, sorted, boxed, and ready to ship pending approvals and financial donations for shipping costs. This is all within 18 months of operation. We are just getting started!!
Items that we can't use are donated to various organizations in our community. We've been able to provide:
A small donation of just $5 could provide shipping for at least six paperback books, three hardcover books, or 15 DVDs!
Consider a Box sponsorship for $40 each box. This covers shipping expenses for a box of books for injured recruits. The majority of boxes are about 17” x 11” x 13” and can hold anywhere from 30 large hardback books to over 50 paperback books and weigh about 35-55lbs. If the actual cost of shipping is less than $40, the remaining portion would apply to costs for shipping other items, such as movies, CD’s, puzzles, or craft items.
Gather your new and / or gently used books, movies, music CD's, puzzles, or craft items and drop off today. Please see our "How to donate items" page from our website menu above. **Please** ensure items meet our guidelines before bringing to a location - See below for guidelines
Check out our shirts on Bonfire!! Orders are sent directly to the purchaser while proceeds are sent to us to help our mission. We personally recommend the classic unisex tee!
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*Tax compliant donation receipts are sent immediately after all donations, regardless of method.
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