September Back To School Book Drive for Little Free Library in East Point
Saturday, September 27 2025
Greetings Sorors,
We are hosting a back to school book drive in September to replenish our Little Free Library in East Point. Please consider donating books. Books can be purchased from Black Owned Businesses, thrift stores (Goodwill), etc. This will be the 2nd opportunity to donate and we will be collecting books on September 27, 2025, 10am-12pm at Tracey Wyatt Recreation Center located at 2300 Godby Rd., College Park, GA 30349.
Here's a breakdown by age group with examples to guide your donations:
Kindergarten – 1st Grade (Ages 5–6)
Focus: Picture books, beginner readers, alphabet, numbers, and simple stories.
2nd – 3rd Grade (Ages 7–8)
Focus: Easy chapter books, humorous stories, adventure, friendship themes.
4th – 6th Grade (Ages 9–12)
Focus: Chapter books, graphic novels, realistic fiction, fantasy, and multicultural themes.
Diverse & Inclusive Stories (All Ages)
Also Consider:
ABCs & 123s (for K–1st)
Bilingual books (especially Spanish/English)
Non-fiction books about animals, science, space, history
Joke books, activity books, and coloring books for engagement
1 service hour per book. Maximum of 5 service hours.
Contact the event organizers: Tamaini Wilson