The Book Train Community Book Drive

All Aboard the Book Train

Throughout the month of March, community members are invited to donate new and gently-used books for children and teens. Donations can be brought to one of several drop-off locations in Jenkintown and surrounding communities. Please see the map below to find a location closest to you.

Your donated books will help spark imagination, support literacy and ensure more young people have access to stories they can love.

Drive Dates

March 1 – March 31

What To Donate

We welcome new or gently-used books in good, clean condition for:

• Babies & Toddlers (board books)
• Preschool & Elementary-aged children
• Middle school & Teen readers

Popular categories include:

• Picture books
• Early readers
• Chapter books
• Graphic novels
• Young adult (YA) fiction
• Diverse books that reflect a variety of cultures, identities, and experiences

Condition Guidelines:

• Clean and odor-free
• No missing pages
• No excessive writing, coloring, or highlighting
• Covers and spines intact

What Not to Donate

To ensure all donated books can be shared with dignity and ease, please do not donate:

• Adult books
• Textbooks or workbooks
• Encyclopedias or reference sets
• Magazines
• Books with mold, water damage, strong odors, or heavy wear
• Religious or political materials

If you’re unsure about an item, it’s best to leave it out.

Drop-Off Locations

Donations may be dropped off at any participating location throughout March. Click the map below to zoom in and find a location near you.

A heartfelt thank you to the local businesses and organizations making this community initiative possible by hosting book drop-off locations. Click any logo below to visit their website.

Where Do The Books Go?

Collected books will be distributed to organizations and programs that serve children and families in our region, including Mitzvah Circle and Jenkintown Day Nursery.

Our goal is to place books directly into the hands of young readers who may have limited access to books of their own.

Get Involved

Want to help beyond donating books?

• Share this drive with friends and neighbors
• Host a mini collection at your workplace, school, or club
• Volunteer to sort or transport books

For questions or to get involved, contact Janet Crawford at [email protected]

About the Kiwanis Club of Jenkintown

The Kiwanis Club of Jenkintown is dedicated to serving the local community through various service and fundraising projects. Our club has been in service to our community for 76 years.