Austin Man Brings Library on Wheels to Those Experiencing Homelessness

SOURCE: SPECTRUM LOCAL NEWS

AUSTIN, Texas — Public libraries are a place where people are welcome to go in and access services, but being able to bring books home is a different story.

  • Books are delivered 3 times a week
  • 500 books in the collection
  • Book donations are welcome

In order to get a library card, people need to present a valid and acceptable form of identification, as well as proof of address, which can all be difficult for those experiencing homelessness.

Patrick Crowley of Austin strives to empower them by bringing books on a bicycle. It is all part of the mission of Street Books ATX.

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