How Do We Get Our Books ?

Since 2021, we’ve proudly partnered with Barnes & Noble at Potomac Yard in Alexandria, VA! They’ve hosted incredible book fairs and drives that help launch our Summer Reading Rewards Program.

Thanks to the generosity of the Barnes & Noble Potomac Yard community, we are able to provide books for our participants. If the in-store events don’t meet the full demand for a cohort of 25–100 children, we turn to our online supporters. Through our social media network, individuals can purchase one or two books from our curated summer wishlist, either mailing them to our P.O. Box or contributing via online fundraising. We then match or cover the remaining books, ensuring each participant receives a complete set of 20 or 40 books, depending on registration and funding.

We are especially grateful to Store Manager Heather Guile and the entire Event Team for their unwavering support and dedication!