What is one man’s trash is another man’s treasure! Used books sales are a great way to raise cash and help folks free up shelf space.
Prep Steps:
1. Determine where the event will take place and recruit volunteers to help you with the event.
2. Request book donations from the community and local bookstores.
3. Organize books by category, create an inventory list, and price books.
4. Recruit book-loving volunteers to help run the sale.
Materials Needed:
• Tables
• Used books
• Bags and boxes
Helpful Hints:
• Save bags and boxes for customers to carry their purchased books.
STORY!: A particular community was able to raise $1,000 using this fundraising idea and came across a bit of luck. A customer purchased a book she thought was an antique, and had it appraised. The book proved to be a special edition worth $250, all of which she donated to the playspace committee!
Raised: $$
When: M
Publicity: Medium
Volunteers: 15
Challenge: Moderate
Audience: 100
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