We are now fully booked for summer - please email if you would like to schedule for fall.
The latest news from The Free Book Bus
The Free Book Bus: a video story
This is our wonderful intro video! It was filmed from December 2018-August 2019 by Monica Bautista, a local videographer. Thank you, Monica!
The Free Book Bus book slide!
In the summer of 2020, we used a slide to give out books when we weren't allowing guests on the bus. June 21st, 2020 was our second event with the book slide. Thank you to Andrew Webb of WVIR NBC29, who came out to film the Donor Diapers distribution. Donor Diapers sets up at different locations in Charlottesville every month to give out diapers and wipes to families who need them. As of fall 2021, we are now letting masked guests on the bus (windows open) in small groups.
How to help
We are a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity. If you would like one, we can issue a tax-deductible donation receipt. Any amount helps. Thank you so much!
About Us
Are the books really free?
Yes, the books are free. The Free Book Bus was founded by Sharon B. Stone, who saw a need for books to be available in places that the library bookmobiles can’t always go, or in places where people can’t get to the library.
Who are the books for?
The Free Book Bus was founded to enable all families to have a home library for their children, regardless of income. The Free Book Bus is based in Charlottesville but travels to Albemarle, Nelson and other surrounding areas. We give free children's books to every child or teen who visits the bus. We have also added adult books at certain stops by popular request.
Can I come to the book bus?
All are welcome! Some bus stops are for certain clients only, such as food pantry distributions. Others are open to the public. Check our upcoming stops page for more information to find out when you can visit The Free Book Bus.
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