Books for International Goodwill (BIG)
Purpose & Vision:
B.I.G.'s Purpose
Books for International Goodwill (B.I.G.) is the largest all-volunteer book distribution project in the world having distributed over 9 million books to underserved populations in the U.S. and abroad. To get an idea of what 9 million books looks like, think about laying them end to end. Nine million books would stretch from Annapolis to Chicago and most of the way back. B.I.G. is the signature project of the Parole (Annapolis) Rotary Club. Our goal is to “keep books alive,” rather than seeing them discarded and ending up in landfills.
Learn More: Books for International Goodwill (big-books.org)
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***Drop-off Opportunity:
ACTIVITY:
Love to read? Have little ones that have outgrown their children’s books? Maybe you have some non-fiction books that have been ready and finally need a new home? Don’t let those books collect dust on the shelf! They could be sparking imagination for others!
Books for International Goodwill is seeking gently used book donations to put in the hands of new users across the globe!
Drop off a new or gently used book in excellent or good condition at the B.I.G Warehouse
WHAT TO DROP: Books in gently-used or new condition. Only gently used books will be accepted! B.I.G. has a specific need for non-fiction and children's books at this time. Please ensure books are in good condition.
When can I drop books?
● DATE: Any day until Friday, November 21
● DROPOFF TIME: 24/7 shed is available for dropoff at the B.I.G. warehouse
ADDRESS:
451 Defense Highway
Annapolis, MD 21401
NOTE: All books must be dropped off directly to B.I.G. We will NOT be collecting books at any of the Chick-fil-A locations during the course of the PTS or at the final Day of Service Event.
Signing up to drop books at B.I.G. simply gives us an idea of how many people will be participating in this service project. Thank you!
Sign-up Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BAAAF29A1FAC07-52087520-books
Passport Stamp:
Please know B.I.G. will NOT have a stamp on hand if you drop off books. Simply make a note in your passport or take a selfie and we will stamp your passport at the culmination of the project.
***In Person Opportunity:
ACTIVITY: Love books! Love sorting books? This is the in-person volunteer opportunity for you.
Date 1: Saturday, October 26, 8-11
Date 2: Saturday, November 9, 8-11
ADDRESS:
451 Defense Highway
Annapolis, MD 21401
Sign-up Link: Passport to Serve 2024: BIG (Books for International Goodwill) Volunteers (6)