We are accepting donations at any branch of 3 boxes or less of material (12in.x12in.x12in. box dimensions or smaller) at any library branch - no appointment needed.
If your donation is more than 3 boxes, please call us at 757-664-7328 (x361) to schedule a drop-off at the Library Administration building, 1155 Pineridge Road. These larger donations are accepted by appointment only Monday – Friday from 9 am to 3:30 pm.
The Library accepts donations of books and/or other library materials, which meet the same selection guidelines used for purchased materials. Material donations are accepted with the following understanding:
- The Library does not appraise donations or provide evaluation of gifts for tax deductions or other purposes. However, upon request the Library will provide acknowledgement of material donations.
- Once the donation is given, the Library retains the unconditional ownership of the gift and its disposition.
- The Library reserves the right to decide the conditions of display and access to the materials.
- The Library will not accept damaged material, most magazines, condensed books, software, most textbooks, encyclopedias, VHS tapes and recordings other than compact discs.
Wish List Donations
Enjoy the convenience of purchasing and donating a book directly from our online wish list.