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How It Works

At Books for Keeps, we know that literacy-rich environments start with access to great books. And we know that the story doesn't end there.

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Starting with Book Access

Books for Keeps was established with a core belief in mind: by creating open, equal access to books, we allow children the opportunity to connect the joy of reading with the thrill of discovery by coauthoring positive experiences they can forever associate with learning.

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Since starting as a volunteer-led, grassroots program in 2009, Books for Keeps has distributed more than 1,195,000 books to children, teachers, fellow peer agencies, and other individuals in Georgia through its flagship program Stop Summer Slide, community-based events, book donations, and the Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Clarke County.

Supporting the rest of the story

Since 2022, Books for Keeps has committed to expanding book access and literacy support for younger readers through our Pre-K Book Bundle Program and

deepening our impact by engaging our community in supporting literacy through opportunities like the

Literacy Mentors Program.

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BFK's Areas of Focus

Distribute

high-interest, relevant reading materials throughout the community we serve. Read more about our Book Access for All Programs here.

Demonstrate

the inherent value of books, literacy, and learning through the equitable delivery of community engagement activities. Read more about our Community Engagement Programs here.

Leverage

our staff experience, adaptability, and book resources to help other local community service organizations fulfill missions that align with our own core values. One example of these partnerships is through our Literacy Mentor Program.

Connect with us!

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 49761

Athens, GA 30604

706-410-1912

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The mission of Books for Keeps is to inspire joyful experiences around literacy that can be forever associated with learning. We do this by expanding book access for readers of all ages, developing early reading resources for families, and supporting students with literacy mentorship. 

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