Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about donating books, scheduling pickups, and partnering with Clean Earth Books.
Donations
We accept gently used books of all kinds, including fiction, nonfiction, children's, educational, and textbooks. We also accept CDs, DVDs, and video games.
We cannot accept magazines, National Geographic, encyclopedias older than 10 years, water damaged or moldy books, or VHS tapes and cassettes.
There is no limit at our main warehouse. For large donations of 500 books or more, you can schedule an appointment at the warehouse during normal business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4 pm) or request a pickup by emailing donations@cleanearthbooks.com
Pickups
Pickups are available for donations of at least 20 boxes (approximately 500 books).
Use the Request a Pickup form on our Donate page or email us directly at help@cleanearthbooks.com. Once submitted, our team will confirm details and provide scheduling options.
Book Bins
Each of our secure donation bins can hold over 1,000 pounds of books.
Visit our Donate page to see an interactive map and list of current bin locations.
Partnerships
Yes! We partner with schools, businesses, nonprofits, and community groups. Visit our Host a Bin page or Contact page to get started.
Yes. We can share donation volumes and environmental impact metrics for your location.
Other
Our warehouse is located at 5585 Westfield Dr. SW, Atlanta, GA 30336. Donation bin access is available 24/7, year-round.
Any books we cannot rehome are recycled responsibly, keeping them out of landfills.