Booksgiving

Signature Family FUNdraiser

Enjoy a fun and meaningful day of giving, featuring volunteering, kid-friendly activities, entertainment, and light refreshments, all in support of Bernie’s Book Bank. This year’s children’s book theme is The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum, bringing the magical world of Oz to life for all ages! Join us on Saturday November 8th, 2025 in Chicagoland for Booksgiving 2025.

Become a Sponsor

Your sponsorship supports Bernie’s Book Bank’s mission to empower local children through book ownership. Together, we can transform the story for Chicagoland children. Contact Christina Holt to become a 2025 Booksgiving sponsor.

•  12 VIP tickets to the event
• Speaking opportunity at the event
• Prominent day-of event recognition to 200+ local donors & business leaders
• Logo placement in all event materials including pre/post emails and guest program
• 1 team building event including meeting space ($1,100 value)

$15,000 – Pulitzer Prize

Sponsors 928 children with 8 quality books for one year.

• 10 VIP tickets to the event
• Prominent day-of event recognition to 200+ local supporters
• Logo placement in all event materials including pre/post emails and guest program
• VIP book distribution experience with the children we serve
• Recognition on our social media and website
• 12 months of recognition in the Processing Center viewed by 45,000+ volunteers
• Recognition in our newsletter to 70,000+ subscribers

$7,500 – Newbery Medal

Sponsors 469 children with 8 quality books for one year.

• 8 VIP tickets to the event
• Prominent day-of event recognition to 200+ local supporters
• Logo placement in all event materials including pre/post emails and guest program
• 1 team building event including meeting space
• 2 Social media mentions
• 12 months of recognition in the Processing Center viewed by 45,000+ volunteers
• Recognition in our newsletter to 70,000+ subscribers
• Recognition on our website