The absolute best community resource I've used. We just moved to Lents and were a bit strapped for cash after buying a house, and this tool library was (and still is) a life saver. The volunteers are friendly and helpful. I hope this place stays here forever.
April 2023
A fantastic community full of very useful information and tools. Highly recommend everyone to check them out.
February 2023
I cannot thank everyone there enough for all of your help last night. My basement flooded and the staff at the library helped my tool illiterate self get everything I needed to start the clean up and explained how to use it. I am so grateful to have this amazing resource in our community. Y'all ROCK.
The Green Lents Community Tool Library is a free service for residents of Lents, Powellhurst-Gilbert, Pleasant Valley, Foster-Powell, Mt. Scott-Arleta, Brentwood-Darlington, and Montavilla. It functions like a book library, except tools or other project materials are checked out instead of books. It also has a seed library and tool resale rack where you can purchase tools by donation. We promote access over ownership, which is more economical and sustainable for renters and homeowners alike. We also encourage a culture of repair and creative reuse to reduce waste and consumption. Every year, our members are given the opportunity to save money by simply borrowing the tools they need to complete their home improvement projects.
