Who is eligible?
Any child from birth to age five who lives in Waltham, MA (ZIP codes 02451, 02452, 02453 and 02454). Families never pay anything.
When will the first book arrive?
Usually within about two months of signing up. If it's been longer than that, get in touch and we'll look into it.
I have more than one child under five. Can I enroll them all?
Yes. Please enroll each child. Siblings at least a year apart in age receive different books matched to their age, and twins each get their own copy.
Are books available in other languages?
Several books on each year's list are bilingual in English and Spanish. You can request Spanish-language books when you enroll. Other languages aren't available at this time.
My child is blind or visually impaired. Are there options?
Yes. The Imagination Library works with the American Printing House for the Blind to offer many of its books in braille and audio formats. Learn more from APH.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. Our fiscal sponsor, the Community Foundation for MetroWest, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 04-3266789), so donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. You'll receive a receipt for your records when you give online.
Where does my money go?
Donations pay for the books and the postage to mail them, which comes to $36 per child per year. We're volunteer-run and keep overhead to a minimum.
Can I donate by check?
Yes. Donations by check can be made payable to the Community Foundation for MetroWest with Waltham Imagination Library in the memo line and mailed to:
Waltham Imagination Library
c/o Community Foundation for MetroWest
3 Eliot Street
Natick, MA 01760
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