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Join the West End Library Friends and enjoy this opportunity to donate new or like-new books.
**New and current members may donate books on October 31, 2026.**
Join the West End Library Friends and enjoy this opportunity to donate new or like-new books for the WELF book sale.
Not a WELF member? Applications to become a new member are available near the front desk of the library or you can sign up online.
NOTE:
• Limited to TWO (2) shopping bags of donated books per WELF member
• Book donations are not accepted from non-members
• Do not leave books at the library or with library staff at any time
ACCEPTED:
• New books, best sellers
• Books for children, teens, and young adults
• Collectible, antiquarian items, prior to 1950
• Art, architecture, history, philosophy, science books
• Media—CD’s, DVD’s, audio books on CD; Great Courses
NOT ACCEPTED:
• VHS tapes, audio cassettes, or phonograph / vinyl records
• Self-Help/Medical books that are more than 3 years old
• Travel guides more than three years old
• Magazines
• Textbooks
• Damaged or marked up books
• Extensive collections of more than 5 books
All contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Receipts will be provided by the West End Library Friends.
About the West End Library Friends
The West End Library Friends is a 501c(3) committed to supporting a dynamic and revitalized branch that serves the current needs and expectations of the community, by supporting services and programs at the library and providing assistance to branch staff and patrons. The Friends was incorporated in 1990 as a non-profit organization. All dues and donations to the Friends are fully deductible.
The Friends provide volunteer support for the branch and the library system in areas such as public awareness, advocacy, and community outreach. During the current membership year, the Friends have provided resources to the branch and the D. C. Public Library for various programs and activities.
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Friends of the Library |