- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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10 people are interested
2,000 Books for Kids!!
ORGANIZATION: BARBERA FOUNDATION
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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10 people are interested
I received a note from one of our volunteers who wanted to start her own charitable initiative after participating in our Christmas Care Package event back in December. She is a high school student and her goal is to gather children's books to donate to families who are less fortunate. In addition to having a book drive effort at her school, she asked if I could help spread the word to our group members and on social media.
I think this is a great idea and it goes without saying that there is a need for this event! A record number of kids are growing up in low-income households and many public schools lack the funding and resources to provide basic necessities, like books for their students. Without adequate supplies of books, children cannot learn.
As a result, let's make it a goal to collect 2,000 used or new books for these children in need! We will locate kids from underprivileged families along with schools that are in need of resources to donate the books to.
Education, is a child's best path out of poverty. This is an exciting opportunity, and I ask you, to open your heart and donate a book to a child in need.
Here's what to do..
Go through your attic or storage area and look for books geared towards kids ages 0-13. From Berenstain Bears, Dr. Seuss and Pat the bunny to The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Goodnight Moon, and Brown Bear Brown Bear What Do You See, the possibilities are endless. After you collect your books, please write a quick and uplifting note in the front cover to the family and child who will be receiving the book. Bring the donated books to one of our book drives listed below. There will be three over the next couple of months, so you'll have plenty of time to gather up your books!
Book drive dates and time:
4/7 @ 4-5pm
Location- 1713 Ascot Way Reston, VA 20190
Total book count: 700 and counting (let's keep up the good work!)
No books? No worries! Please spread the word with your friends and family. A simple like and/or share can go a long way in helping out someone in need.
Interested in participating in our other charitable events? Please join the Barbera Foundation's Facebook group to stay in the loop! https://www.facebook.com/groups/Barberafoundation/
Positive change starts with you!
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About BARBERA FOUNDATION
Location:
P.O. Box 2293 Reston, VA 20195, RESTON, VA 20190, US
Mission Statement
To promote positive change by inspiring others to engage in the community and help those less fortunate.
Description
Barbera Foundation is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to promote positive change by inspiring others to engage in the community and help those less fortunate.
I n order to accomplish this mission, Barbera Foundation organizes a wide variety of events that unite people from all walks of life. From delivering care packages of food and supplies to the homeless and preparing Thanksgiving dinner for those less fortunate during the holiday season, to supporting underprivileged kids with books and school supplies, Barbera Foundation strives to improve the lives of those in need to make the community as a whole, a better place for everyone.
The success of the Barbera Foundation relies 100% on volunteer and donor contributions. As a result, we need YOUR help!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1713 Ascot WayReston, VA 20190
DATE POSTED
March 5, 2018
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- 1 hour