61%of children living in limited-resource situations don't own age-appropriate books
100%of books given go to limited-resource families
2014serving Greater Akron since
Our Mission
WHAT WE DO
BSB collects new and gently-used children's books, primarily through book drives held throughout Greater Akron communities, and redistributes those books through a collection of partnerships with organizations that serve limited-resource children.
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The Problem
WHY WE DO IT
61%of children living in limited-resource situations do not own age-appropriate books
Recent studies have shown that access to books is one of the best predictors of educational attainment. 61% of children living in limited-resource situations do not own books — something we are trying to change.
About Us
WHO WE ARE
Bright Star Books is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused on increasing ownership of books for limited-resource children in Greater Akron.
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EVERY BOOK MAKES A DIFFERENCE
Donate your gently-used children's books today and help a child discover the joy of reading.
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