Cleveland Kids’ Book Bank Launches $2M Campaign to Expand Literacy Efforts
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The Cleveland Kids’ Book Bank is taking a major step forward in its mission to promote childhood literacy with the launch of a $2 million “Next Chapter” Capital Campaign. The initiative aims to expand the nonprofit’s reach by securing a larger warehouse, allowing for the distribution of more free books to children across Greater Cleveland.
Since its founding in 2016, the organization has provided over 4.8 million books to families in need. However, growing demand has outpaced the 5,000-square-foot space it currently operates out of near downtown Cleveland. To better serve the community, the nonprofit is seeking funds to purchase and renovate a 24,000-square-foot warehouse on Cleveland’s west side.
Executive Director Natalie Friedl emphasized the need for expansion, noting that space limitations currently restrict volunteer capacity and slow down distribution efforts. Additionally, the aging facility presents logistical challenges, including roof issues and temperature control problems that sometimes force closures. The new warehouse would provide a stable environment, allowing the Book Bank to increase book distribution and expand literacy programs.
Read more of the story here: https://ohio.childreninfobank.com/safebank/cleveland-kids-book-bank-launches-2m-next-chapter-capital-campaign-for-new-warehouse-expansion/
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