Real results
Every number is a child with a book.
Since we started, we've seen what happens when kids get books they can keep. Here's the story in numbers — and in their own words.
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Books donated
Gently used and new books collected and delivered
0+
Students served
Kids who now have books of their own at home
In their own words
Parents, kids, teachers, and volunteers — here's what they say.
"Looking forward to our continued partnership!"
Mrs. Hendrix
Reading Specialist
"Thank you so much, and I hope we get to work with you again!"
Ms. Williams
Humanities Instructional Coach
Stories from the field
Spring 2026
Our biggest drive yet
This past spring we collected over 800 books in a single month — our largest haul ever.
800+
books in one month
Year one
How it started
Two high school students noticed that kids in the Washington, DC area didn't have books. They organized one book drive, delivered 400 books to a single school, and never stopped.
400
books on day one
Want to add to these numbers?
Drop off books, partner your school, or just spread the word. Every action moves the needle.