Stories for Change
Every Book Continues Its Story—Creating Lasting Change from Shelf to Community
We can pick up your book donation in Northern Cook and Lake Counties in Illinois. Drop off locations in Evanston and Palatine, IL
About Stories for Change
Stories for Change is dedicated to transforming donated books into vital resources that fuel educational access and community development. We believe that every book has the power to change lives, and by giving books a second home, we create meaningful impact for underserved communities. Our mission is to bridge the gap between those who have resources and those who need them most, fostering a culture of learning and empowerment.
Through our book donation and resale programs, we directly fund educational and leadership initiatives that expand access to learning, empower girls and women, and foster local leadership.
We partner with Leadership and Education Oaxaca (LEO NPF) if a donor needs a tax deductable donation. to ensure that your contribution creates lasting, measurable change.
Our Programs & Services
Book Donation Program
Donate your gently used books to give them a second life while supporting educational programs in Oaxaca, Mexico. Every book you contribute helps to fund initiatives that expand educational access and create lasting community impact. We can pick up your donation of 50 books. Please contact us a 1(872) 325 3888 to arrange pick up or drop off. Book drop off is available in Evanston and Palatine, Illinois.
LITTLE FREE LIBRARIES
Often we recieve donations that aren’t profitable for sale. We donate these books to Little Free libraries in the North Suburbs of Chicago, and the northern area of the city.
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How It Works
We accept donated books and thoughtfully resell them, giving each title a second life. Profits go toward nonprofit work in Oaxaca, Mexico that focuses on:
- Expanding access to education for young women
- Providing support groups and safe spaces for children
- Developing leadership in Indigenous communities
What starts as a book on your shelf becomes tuition support, mentorship, school materials, community workshops, and leadership training. A single donation can help open doors for someone else.
Contact Us
Whether you’re clearing your shelves, searching for your next read, or looking for a meaningful way to give back, you’re helping write a new chapter — one where young women pursue their education, children find support and belonging, and Indigenous leaders shape strong futures for their communities. Because every story deserves to be told. And every community deserves the chance to thrive.
Call or Message – 1(872) 325 3888 Email – storiesforchangellc@gmail.com
You can also support the work in Mexico directly witha a tax deductible donations through Leadership and Education Oaxaca, NPF.
A 501(c)(3) organization.
Stories for Change, LLC March 2026