SERVE MORE. SPEND LESS.
Watch the tool power video to learn how easy, efficient and cost-effective your next service project can be!
The Tool Lending Program provides access to over $250,000 worth of tools, yes -that means items such as hammers, rakes, etc.- for use in community service projects, and is a benefit of membership at the ToolBank. Fellow non-profits, schools and faith based groups are eligible to join. Whether you are
renovating/maintaining a park, painting a mural, building a playground or organizing a community clean-up, the ToolBank can equip your volunteers for a successful project. In 2009, the Tool Lending Program equipped over 39,000 volunteers to complete more than 1670 service projects in every corner of metro Atlanta.
Please note, the Tool Lending Program is not open to individuals or non-charitable use. So, if the project is conducted on an individual’s property and is for personal gain rather than meeting a community need, our program would not be the right fit.
Tool Lending Program appointments are available Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. and must be scheduled in advance in order to ensure the most efficient experience possible.
ToolBank Membership: ABC Easy!
A) Complete the on-line membership form (click pencil icon below) or contact us to handle the paperwork in person at the ToolBank warehouse.
B) Submit your tool order via the on-line tool order system, located on the home page under Memberships (Not sure what you need? Call our Master Tool Librarian CJ to discuss!)
C) Pick up your tools at the pre-arranged appointment time.
Please note, there are membership and handling fees associated with borrowing tools from the Tool Lending Program. These nominal fees help the ToolBank foster a sense of investment into the ToolBank by collaborating agencies. Click here to review our Membership & Program Guidelines.
Annual membership dues are based on your agency's annual budget:
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| $0 - 10,000 |
$25 |
| $10,001 - 250,000 |
$50 |
| $250,001 and above |
$100 |
| Government branches or departments |
$100 |
| Public schools |
$10 |
Tool usage/handling fees are assessed at a percentage of the total retail value of tools borrowed. The on-line tool order system will calculate handling fees after you complete the online tool order process. Tools are checked out in two week increments. Current handling fee multiplier: 3% of tool retail value.
ToolBank member agencies also enjoy informal project consultation as an additional benefit to membership. ToolBank staff is on hand to answer questions regarding the planning/management of your project. Members are encouraged to call our Master Tool Librarian CJ Clark at (404) 880-0054 x12 for project advice. For membership inquiries, please call Outreach Director, Gina Chaves at 404-880-0054 x11 or gina@toolbank.org. We look forward to serving you and your local community!
Who Uses the Atlanta Community ToolBank?
View the slides below for a sampling of ToolBank member agencies. The Tool Lending Program powered more than 1670 community improvement projects to completion in 2009. Together, we can make your service dreams a reality! You can also read more about recent tool users below:
Youth Recreation
Atlanta BeltLine
Art on the BeltLine
Earth Day Outreach 2010
Alternative Spring Break 2010
Enjoy, and we hope to see you soon at your Atlanta Community ToolBank.