every year i donate about 500$ worth of manga to a local school.
most of which i get in trade at conventions. and many people give me extra in the trade because it goes to a school.
well i talked to the librarian at one of the schools and asked what kind of things she was looking for. she had no idea, so she asked the kids what they would like to see.
so i got a list today. i'm still working on sorting out what would be appropriate for a school (some have too much fanservice etc)
so now i'm on the hunt. mostly i trade with other collectors, pick up stuff and garage sales or look at thrift shops, but i thought i would ask here too. the manga don't need to be in great condition as the kids will destroy them with time.
i am trying to get good deals, so if you are hoping to make money or gain back part of your cost. this isn't the best place to try to sell to. the school is call north lakes academy, and is a small charter school with only about 600 books in their library (most of which i've donated too- books i like to buy read and donate)
if you're in the mn area? even better. i prefer a pick up or meet to having them shipped.