We’re proud of the impact we had last year! Your dedication to our mission helped us give free books to hundreds of thousands of children who need them throughout the Bay Area and beyond, with:

1 fabulous new Book Bank team member: Welcome, Meredith!

2 hardworking interns from University of San Francisco

5 fun and inspiring author Storytimes with SFUSD elementary students

6 collaborative and educational Read Aloud meetings 

11 creative Teen Ambassadors

12–15 Open Hours per week — book your appointment today!

48 delightful children’s book recommendations from our readers on social media

52 bountiful children’s book drives

999 volunteer hours to process donated books, host Storytime, and more!

1,179 client partners served — you are all our heroes!

11,803 children’s books a month given away

145,328 donated books processed to date — and still counting!

During challenging times, we’re working harder than ever to make sure all kids have the books they need to provide an escape from their troubles, open minds to new points of view, empower young change makers, and build empathy and critical thinking skills. We couldn’t fulfill our mission without your support — thank you!

Our wonderful supporters at local independent Russian Hill Bookstore are running a toy drive through 12/15 to benefit the children and families served by our longtime client partner Potrero Hill Health Center, a public health clinic serving under-resourced families in San Francisco’s southeast side. Drop off new, unwrapped toys for kids ages 0–12, and pick up some great books to cozy up with or give as gifts!