Book & Media Donation
Paper Shredding & Junk Removal
Donation Value Worksheet
Book & Media Donation in the Metro Phoenix Area
It’s easy to donate books in the Phoenix area. One organization, VNSA, has three convenient options:
in-person donation Monday through Thursday, 8-11am at 2336 E Mulberry Dr, Phoenix 85016
drop-boxes throughout the Valley (list of addresses + map)
home/business donation pickup
For a home or business pick-up, call 602-265-6805 and leave a message. A volunteer will respond within 48 hours to schedule a time with you.
The VNSA (Volunteer Nonprofit Service Association) holds a yearly GIANT book sale at the Arizona State Fairgrounds each February. The proceeds from the sale benefit three organizations: The Literacy Volunteers of Maricopa County, Phoenix Conservatory of Music, and DUET - Partners in Aging & Health.
Per the VNSA website, these are the types of items accepted.
paperback & hardback books,
DVDs, CDs, and vinyl records,
audiobooks,
maps,
jigsaw puzzles and games,
encyclopedias printed in the last 15 years and those printed before 1950.
Secure Paper Shredding
Over the years, I’ve referred many clients to Pro-Shred and they have been wonderful. If you would like a company to come to your home, reach out to them at 480-771-7247 or visit them online at proshred.com/greater-phoenix.
Junk/Trash Haulers
Sometimes the pile of trash and recycling is so overwhelming, it cannot be dealt with using your own trash and recycling bins. If this is the case, I recommend Four Peaks Junk Removal. They are quick to give a quote and it’s easy to text them a picture of your pile so they know how much they will be hauling. Reach Four Peaks Junk at 480-370-0393 or fourpeaksjunk.com.
The Tidy Bungalow™ Donation Value Worksheets
So, you are working to declutter and organize your home. This means you have TONS of things headed out the door to your local nonprofits. And you might wonder just how much your donations are worth.
While I can't tell you exactly, I can provide some guidelines. I hope these worksheets (in the form of a Google Doc) are helpful to you. And remember, count your items AND take some pictures! It's a great backup for your records.
As always, when it comes to your taxes, please consult your tax advisor.
Cheers,
Amber, Certified Master KonMari Consultant™
Click here (or on the image below) to open a new tab with the Donation Value Worksheets Google Doc.
“In a separation, my two children and I went from 6,500 sq ft to 1,900. Needless to say I had WAY too much stuff to live comfortably or peacefully in our new home. We created a plan together that worked best for ME. She understands that life does not pause for you to tidy your home. ”
“Over the course of a few months, Amber helped my 13-year-old daughter organize her bedroom and bathroom. Thank you, Amber, for your patience and support, and for guiding our daughter on this journey.”
