A donated book can change a life. It might be a child’s very first “favorite” bedtime story, a bright spot in a tough time, or even the spark that inspires a future writer or artist. By sharing books, you become part of someone’s personal story. Never underestimate the power of giving a tale.
Holiday Book Drive Collection Dates: November 15th – December 20th
This year’s holiday book drive would not have been possible without the incredible generosity and effort of our community. From the individuals who dropped off boxes of gently used favorites or new books to our locally hosted bin locations to our partner organizations who received our donations, every single gesture made a difference!
We donated 1,700 books!
Book are being donated to…
- Books Between Kids;
- Reading is Revolutionary;
- StoryMonsters Ink: Greenie Box Program for children’s hospitals;
- BookSmiles; and
- Local Free Little Libraries and community members in need!
It truly takes a village, and together, we’ve built an incredible network of support for readers everywhere.
From all of us at The Storyteller’s Shelf Podcast, thank you for your incredible support. We look forward to seeing you in 2025 for another year of making a difference through the power of stories!
Until then—keep reading, keep storytelling, and keep giving. Our next chapter is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to see the impact we’ll make by turning the page together.
We’re especially grateful to the following businesses who hosted bins and helped us recruit more donations, as well as spead the word. Read more about them on our Sponsors & Affiliates page.
- Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu Champions
- Second Time Books
- The Living Room Salon
- New Jersey Spine & Nerve
- O’Keefe Chiropractic
- Dental Professionals of Spring
- SCBWI (Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators)
- USBBY (United States Board on Books for Young People)
Interested in hosting a drive with us? Send an email our way!