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Media We Accept for Donation & Recycling

In addition to books, Zoom Books accepts a comprehensive selection of used media donations across Canada and the United States. We welcome donations of CDs, DVDs, and video games—as long as they are in good, working condition and free of excessive damage or wear that would prevent resale or recycling.

Media Donation Guidelines

We accept used books, CDs, DVDs, and video games across Canada and the United States that are in good, reusable condition suitable for resale or recycling. Please follow our donation guidelines below to help ensure your items are properly evaluated and given meaningful second lives through our sustainable processing network.

Condition Requirements

  • All discs must be clean and scratch-free for optimal resale or recycling processing
  • Items should include original cases and cover art whenever possible to maximize value
  • Video games should include manuals and inserts if available for complete donation
  • All media must be tested and in working condition before donation submission
  • No bootlegs, pirated, or unauthorized copies accepted through our donation program
  • Cases must be intact and undamaged to ensure proper handling and processing

Items We Cannot Accept

  • VHS tapes and video cassettes – obsolete format not accepted for donation
  • Cassette tapes and audio cassettes – analog format not processed
  • 8-track tapes and cartridges – vintage format not suitable for resale
  • Scratched, cracked, or damaged discs – non-functional media rejected
  • Pirated, bootleg, or burned media – unauthorized copies not accepted
  • Loose media without original cases – incomplete donations cannot be processed
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Please note: All items should be in clean, resalable condition. We ask that you use proper caution in ensuring items are in good condition for pickup and are not wet or moldy.

What Happens to Your Donated Media

Every CD, DVD, or video game you donate through our North American processing network is professionally evaluated to maximize its second life potential. High-quality items are resold through our marketplace partnerships or donated through community literacy programs, while damaged or outdated media is responsibly recycled through certified facilities to eliminate environmental waste.

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Online Resale & Marketplace Distribution

Media items in excellent condition are sold through our online marketplace partnerships including Amazon, eBay, and Abebooks, with proceeds supporting our literacy and sustainability programs across North America.

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Community Program Donations

We donate CDs, DVDs, and games to schools, libraries, and community organizations—bringing entertainment and educational resources to underserved communities while supporting local literacy initiatives.

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Certified Electronic Waste Recycling

Unusable or damaged media is responsibly recycled through certified e-waste facilities that specialize in electronic waste and plastic materials processing, ensuring zero landfill impact and minimal environmental footprint.

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