Donating books in Chilliwack to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley directly supports mentoring programs for local youth. By contributing books through our donation bins, free pickup service, or convenient drop-off locations, you help raise funds that keep mentorship opportunities available in our community. Every donated book is sold to our partner, Value Village, and the proceeds are invested into programs that provide guidance and positive role models for young people in Chilliwack.

Book a Free Home Pickup

Unable to visit a donation location? We offer free home pickups for your book donations in Chilliwack.

How to Schedule Your Pickup:

Please verify our list of accepted items before booking. Arrange your pickup today and support local mentorship initiatives.

Locate a Chilliwack Donation Bin

Need a convenient spot to drop off book donations in Chilliwack? Our interactive map easily guides you to nearby donation bins.

How It Works:

  • Use the interactive map to identify your nearest bin.

  • Pack your books securely in bags or boxes to keep them protected.

  • Drop off donations, knowing proceeds will directly support mentorship programs.

View Donation Bin Map

Drop Off at Value Village

Support local youth mentorship by dropping off books at these Value Village locations:

Funds raised from your donations provide direct financial support to mentoring programs in Chilliwack and throughout the Fraser Valley.

Accepted Book Donations

Your book donations help raise important funds to sustain youth mentorship programs. We accept the following types of books:

  • Children’s and Young Adult Books

  • Educational textbooks (current editions preferred)

  • Popular fiction and novels

  • Recent non-fiction and reference books

Each book you donate contributes directly to maintaining mentorship services for Chilliwack youth.

Donate Clothing and Household Items

Alongside book donations, we accept gently used clothing and small household goods. These items are also sold to Value Village, helping fund mentorship programs and reducing waste through reuse.

Frequently Asked Questions – Book Donation Chilliwack, BC

Can I donate books that have minor damage or writing inside?

Books with minor notes or slight wear are accepted if they remain in good, readable condition. However, books that are severely damaged or have missing pages should not be donated.

Do you accept old textbooks or encyclopedia sets?

We cannot accept encyclopedias or significantly outdated textbooks due to limited resale potential. Recent educational textbooks and popular reading materials are preferred.

How should I prepare large quantities of books for donation?

Please pack large book donations into manageable bags or boxes clearly labeled “Books.” This helps our staff process your donation more efficiently during home pickups or drop-offs.

Can community organizations or schools schedule regular book donation pickups?

Yes, schools, businesses, and local organizations in Chilliwack can arrange regular pickups for ongoing donations. Contact our team directly to establish a recurring donation schedule.

Will I receive a tax receipt for my book donations?

We do not provide tax receipts for book donations because they are resold through Value Village to generate funding for mentorship programs. However, acknowledgment letters confirming donations can be provided upon request.

Please note: Donations are no longer accepted at Big Brothers Big Sisters offices.