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          Bernie’s Book Bank sources, processes and distributes free quality children’s books throughout Chicagoland to empower children to explore new ideas, gain knowledge, and strengthen reading skills through book ownership.
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        • Our Impact29 Million books- and counting- have been distributed by Bernie’s Book Bank since 2009. Learn more about our mission to create pathways to success through book ownership.
        • Our TeamMeet the Team who fuels Bernie’s Book Bank and learn about current openings.
        • Financials & ImpactLearn more about our annual impact in years past and financial metrics as a 501(c)3.
        • BoardLearn more about our Board of Directors, Book Council and Associates Board whose leadership drives our mission.
        • PartnersGenerous publishers, corporations and civic organizations invest in the children we serve and we are extremely grateful.
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        • We are building an American Institution- a metropolitan-based children’s book bank model that is ultra-effective, efficient, scalable, and sustainable.

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        • ChicagolandSince its founding in 2009, Bernie’s Book Bank has served countless children in Chicagoland. In 2024 local children attending over 950 Title 1 schools and early childhood programs received 2,409,599 free, age-appropriate, high-interest, and culturally relevant books.
        • MilwaukeeSince 2019, Bernie’s Book Bank has served the Greater Milwaukee area. In the 2024-2025 academic year local children attending 60 Title 1 schools and early childhood programs will receive 160,000 free, age-appropriate, high-interest, and culturally relevant books.
        • Florida's SuncoastBernie’s Book Bank is officially expanding into the Florida Suncoast community intending to serve all qualifying 330,000 children.
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          Your generosity empowers Chicagoland children through book ownership. Our efficient, effective, scalable approach to providing books allows us to serve nearly 300,000 Chicagoland children annually.
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        • One-time & Recurring GiftEvery $2 donated provides a free quality book for a child. Honor or memorialize a loved one by making a one-time or recurring gift today!
        • Sponsor an EventLearn more about how your organization can gain visibility by supporting an upcoming fundraiser.
        • Publishers & Book PartnersWhen publishers, distributors & resellers donate books to Bernie’s Book Bank, they play an active role in solving America’s literacy crisis and transforming the story for Chicagoland children.
        • Planned GivingYour legacy will live on with the children who receive books. Learn more about planned giving with Bernie’s Book Bank.
        • Other Ways To GiveOur Team can work with you to create an impactful gift that is meaningful to you. Employer matched gifts, Donor Advised Funds and many other generous ways to give will empower the children we serve.
        • Employer Matched GiftsDouble your impact! Find out if your employer match your generous gift. Learn more
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          Donate your new and gently used books and help Bernie’s Book Bank empower Chicagoland children through book ownership!
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          • Reserve a Volunteer SessionStrengthen teamwork while making a difference. Volunteer to process books in our Lake Bluff Processing Center.
          • Organize a Book DriveCollect children’s books for Bernie’s Book Bank as a team builder or friendly competition to benefit the children we serve.
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          • Donate Books: Find A LocationDonate new and gently used children’s books at a location near you.
          • VolunteerSpend time sorting, stickering and packing books for Chicagoland children.
          • Attend a Fundraising EventSupport Bernie’s Book Bank at one of our in-person fundraisers. Learn more about 2024 events.
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          Book Lovers' Lunch - Spring 2025 | Enjoy an exclusive and inspiring afternoon with a celebrated author in support of Bernie's Book Bank
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        • Book Lovers’ LunchSpring 2025 • Spring benefit featuring bestselling authors
        • Bernie CupSummer 2025 • Bernie Cup is golf & learn friendraiser aimed at building awareness of our mission
        • BooksgivingNovember 2025 • Volunteer with us on this special day with your family or favorite group of people and celebrate the season of giving.
        • Birdies & BooksAugust 25, 2025 • Our annual golf classic at the prestigious Shoreacres in Lake Bluff
        • Giving TuesdayDecember 2, 2025 • Make an impact on children’s book ownership during the Global Day of Giving.
        • Patrick Mannelly AwardDecember 13 2025 • The 6th annual Patrick Mannelly Award honors the top collegiate Long Snapper at Bernie’s Book Bank
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Bernie’s Book Bank is a registered 501(c)(3) organization that sources, processes, and distributes eight free books annually to children, ages birth through sixth grade, through Title I schools and early childhood programs.

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