Odyssey Bookstore – Community Donation Request Program (2026)

Community Donations Supporting Organizations, Events, and Local Causes

Odyssey Bookstore accepts donation requests from organizations and community members seeking support for events or other needs. Requests are accepted on an ongoing basis, but applicants should submit the online request form at least two weeks before the donation is needed.

Organization: Odyssey Bookstore
Support Type: Community donations / in-kind support
Geographic Focus: Not specifically stated; Odyssey Bookstore is located in Ithaca, New York, making Ithaca-area and regional community requests a particularly natural fit
Deadline: Rolling / ongoing

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About the Funder

Odyssey Bookstore is an independent bookstore located in downtown Ithaca, New York. The bookstore describes itself as a local business celebrating the qualities that make Ithaca and its community unique.

In addition to selling books and merchandise, Odyssey hosts events, reading groups, and other literary programming and provides a community donation request process for organizations and individuals seeking support.

What This Program Supports

Odyssey Bookstore accepts requests for donations connected to community events and other needs.

Potential uses may include:

• Nonprofit fundraising events
• School or educational activities
• Community events
• Auctions and raffles
• Local charitable initiatives
• Other community-based needs

Odyssey does not publish detailed funding priorities or restrict requests to specific cause areas on its donation request page.

Eligible Support Types

Odyssey Bookstore provides donations through this program.

The bookstore does not publicly specify a standard type or value of donation. Applicants should use the online form to explain their event or need and the type of support being requested.

Eligibility & Preferences

Odyssey Bookstore does not publish detailed organizational eligibility requirements for this program.

The donation request form is available online for those seeking support, and applicants should provide enough information for Odyssey to evaluate the request.

Because Odyssey is a locally focused independent bookstore based in Ithaca, organizations and initiatives serving the surrounding community may be particularly well positioned, although a formal geographic restriction is not stated.

Request Requirements

Applicants should keep the following requirements in mind:

• Requests should be submitted at least two weeks before the donation is needed.
• Requests submitted with less than two weeks’ notice may still be considered, but Odyssey notes that it may not be able to accommodate them.
• Applicants should not submit multiple requests for the same event or need.
• Requests must be submitted through Odyssey Bookstore’s online donation request form.

Ineligible Requests

Odyssey Bookstore does not publish a detailed list of ineligible organizations, events, or requests.

Submitting a request should not be considered a guarantee of support, and organizations should provide clear information about the purpose of the request and how the donation will be used.

Funding Amounts

Odyssey Bookstore does not publish standard donation amounts or values.

This should be considered a community donation opportunity rather than a traditional cash grant program.

Timeline & Review

📅 Application Timeline: Rolling / ongoing
📅 Recommended Lead Time: At least 2 weeks before the donation is needed
📅 Short-Notice Requests: May be submitted, but Odyssey may not be able to accommodate them
📅 Review Period: Not specified

Organizations planning fundraising events should submit requests as early as possible rather than relying on the two-week minimum.

Application / Request Process

Donation requests are submitted through Odyssey Bookstore’s online form.

Applicants should be prepared to provide information about themselves, their organization or group, the event or need, and the requested donation.

Do not submit duplicate forms for the same event or request.

Apply / Learn More

➡️ https://odysseybookstore.com/donation-request

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity may be a good fit for:

• Ithaca-area nonprofits and community organizations
• Schools and educational groups
• Organizations hosting fundraising events
• Groups seeking donated items or other in-kind support
• Community initiatives that align naturally with a locally owned independent bookstore

Odyssey Bookstore’s donation program is especially worth considering for smaller organizations that may not need a traditional grant but could benefit from community-based business support for an event, fundraiser, or local initiative.

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Rolling donation requests
Typical Lead Time: Submit at least 2 weeks in advance
Best Suited For: Local nonprofits, schools, community groups, and organizations seeking support for events or community needs
Funding Type: Community / in-kind donation
Geographic Fit: Ithaca, New York, and surrounding communities