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 and military children.
Our items come from individuals in our community, libraries, library support groups, publishers, and even authors themselves. Every item we provide is a gift from our community. When someone donates to our mission, it’s more than just giving an item—it’s a heartfelt way of saying, we see you, we appreciate you, and we care about you. It’s a gesture of genuine gratitude for our military members. Items and delivery (or shipping) are provided at no cost to the military, military members or their families, always.
To read about how we came to be, check out our story at https://booksforboots.org/about-us
Check out our active programs under our Programs page - https://booksforboots.org/programs
We started this mission in May of 2023 and as of August 31st, 2025, we have provided over 11,600 items to our military members!
Items that we can't use are donated to various organizations in our community - our way of giving back to the community that helps us achieve so much. We've been able to provide:
We are in need of a real place to operate from and would love for it to double as the nation's first free bookstore for military members. All funds donated go to our existing operating costs, shipping costs, materials (such as bookshelves) and this need. We strive to make sure every donation is stretched to the fullest extent possible.
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
PayPal @Booksforboots
Venmo @Booksforboots
*Tax compliant donation receipts are sent immediately after all donations, regardless of method.
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