where to donate cds

by Dr. Maryjane Waters Sr. 9 min read

Where can I donate books and DVDs?

Looking for a place to get rid of those old vinyl records and CDs taking up space in your house? WDIY is accepting most donations of old music collections! Your donation will benefit the programming on WDIY. WDIY will accept: 45s, LPs, and CDs; Selections of popular music from the 1950s to the 1980s; Rock, jazz, country, blues, and R&B

Who will buy my DVDs?

Apr 22, 2014 · 3. Donate, trash, or recycle. The easiest way out is to drag your boxes of CDs to the curb or the dump, but you might also want to consider donating or …

Where to sell DVDs locally?

Feb 13, 2019 · I went to my local library (a rather large branch) today and asked them how I would go about donating them. I have approx 1000 actual Cds and 300 actual DVDS, half movies, half complete seasons. They said they rarely put them on the shelves. Instead, they give them to the 'Friends Of The...

How do you get rid of old CDs?

Jul 12, 2018 · That is the problem, and why he wants to donate them. US law says that if you copy cds (and who doesn't) you have to delete those copies if you sell the discs. Not sure the same isn't true for donating, but my conscience, for one, would …

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Where can I donate CDs?

You can donate CDs to public libraries. You can donate CDs to children's hospitals. You can also donate to the Goodwill or Salvation Army. Each of these places will provide you with a tax receipt.

How to sell CDs?

Like DVDs, you can sell CDs online. SecondSpin.com and CashForCDs are just two of the many online buyers available. Advertisement. 2. Trade/Sell Them at Your Local Record Store. Make sure to call ahead before you traipse on down to the record store.

What happens if you sell CDs?

By selling your unwanted CDs to resellers, you decrease demand for the CDs. Therefore, new copies of the CDs won't have to be produced as often and materials will be saved. See the next page for more ways to get rid of your unwanted CDs. 1.

Can you record over a CD?

If your disc is a CD-RW, you can record over the music that's on the disc as many times as you like. If your disc is a CD-R, you are kind of stuck with whatever is on the disc.

What to do with old VHS tapes?

Another option for all those old VHS tapes is upcycling or reusing them for anything from art projects to purses. A quick Pinterest search will reveal hundreds of ideas and images. Some crafty, artistic folks even turn the tape from old VHS tapes and cassettes into a type of yarn and can create many unique projects like purses and lamps.

Is there a market for old VHS movies?

Surprisingly there is still a market for some classic VHS movies and shows. You can take a quick look on eBay and see if any of your old VHS tapes are worth anything. Nostalgia sells in many instances. Some can go for $50 all the way up into the $1000’s! Definitely check the old Disney VHS tapes from your childhood before purging, certain titles and release dates are worth hundreds while others are worthless.

Can VHS tapes be recycled?

VHS tapes consist of several different parts and each is difficult to recycle. The outside is made from different types of plastic, which can be recycled. The outside casing is made up of Plastic #5 so once separated from the tape inside it can be recycled. However, the tape inside is made up of plastic #1, which itself is recyclable, ...

jtwrace

This is a follow-up to this thread that I started a bit ago. I've decided I am going to donate my CD collection. The issue I'm having is where to donate them to.

ShawnC

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AudioDoctor

Search around here, maybe call and see if they want them: Morale, Welfare and Recreation, abbreviated MWR, is a network of support and leisure services (see AAFES) designed for use by U.S.

Ralf11

I also vote for a public library. ours has an extensive CD and video collection; they even bought the DVDs of the best local video rental when it went out of business a few years ago. They do sell off paperbacks but I have never seen them sell CDs - not that it is such a horrible thing to do so.

kennyb123

I’ve purchased quite a few CDs from Goodwills around the country as many are Amazon sellers. I think they’d be a good giveaway choice as they’ll get market value from selling them and the profits will go to a good cause.

diecaster

That is the problem, and why he wants to donate them. US law says that if you copy cds (and who doesn't) you have to delete those copies if you sell the discs. Not sure the same isn't true for donating, but my conscience, for one, would not be bothered by the donation idea one iota.

Solstice380

I’ve purchased quite a few CDs from Goodwills around the country as many are Amazon sellers. I think they’d be a good giveaway choice as they’ll get market value from selling them and the profits will go to a good cause.

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Are CDs and DVDs Recyclable?

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There are recyclingcenters all over the country that accept DVDs and will properly process them to be recycled. Since there is little to no money in this type of recycling, they can be tough to find, but with a bit of effort and some phone calls, you should be able to find one.
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Sell DVDs and CDs For Cash

  • There are even more options for selling DVDs than there are with old VHS tapes. There are dozens and dozens of websites where you can look up your titles and see if they are worth anything. Many are set up for you to simply enter the number nearthe barcode, with that you can get an accurate quote. Eaglesaver.com, a site where you can sell your DVD’s, CD’s, books, and games will let you …
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Alternatives to Disposing of DVDs and CDs

  • Just like VHS, DVDs andCDs are used by many nostalgic crafters and artists. From coasters and clocks to candle holders there are lots of ideas for making use of some of your old favorite DVDs you no longer use. One other common way to make use of them is tying them to branches of your fruit trees or around your garden catching the light. It’s a free and easy way to deter birds from y…
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