The following article was submitted by Tony Plekan, a Public Services Associate with the Manitowoc Public Library.
From November 7 through December 5, Manitowoc Public Library ran our “Best Gift Ever” book drive to collect new children’s books for needy families in our community. I am excited to let you know that the book drive was a big success! Thanks to donations from library patrons, we collected over 700 books for local kids! Manitowoc Public Library would like to thank everyone who donated to Best Gift Ever.
Between books donated in-person and books purchased from monetary donations, we were able to donate 731 books! I greatly enjoyed seeing the donation box fill up every day with more fantastic titles for kids. A wide range of board books, picture books, chapter books and young adult fiction. Best Gift Ever supports kids of all ages and it was wonderful to see such a variety of styles, topics, and reading levels. Each of these books will find their way into the hands of a child in need in our area.
The library gave the donated books to three local nonprofits:
Hope House of Manitowoc County
1000 S 35th St, Manitowoc, WI 54220
920-686-1436
InCourage
300 E Reed Ave, Manitowoc, WI 54220
920-684-5770
The Salvation Army of Manitowoc County
415 N 6th St, Manitowoc, WI 54220
920-684-7117
Tony Plekan
These organizations do so much great work in the community by providing aid to those experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, and poverty. Your donations will help boost the spirits of the kids they serve and make their holiday season a little brighter.
If you would like to donate to organizations making an impact in our area or are in need of assistance, please check out our website’s Community Resource page at www.manitowoclibrary.org/resources/community. There, you will find contact information for local nonprofits and other helpful resources.
Once again, Manitowoc Public Library would like to thank everyone who helped make Best Gift Ever such a great success.
- Thank you to all the patrons who donated books and gave monetary donations. Without you, this would not be possible.
- Thank you to Friends of the Manitowoc Public Library for their contribution to the book drive.
- Thank you to Manitowoc Police Department, who donated over 100 books to Best Gift Ever.
- Thank you Tina from Coolest Coast, Fox 11, and Seehafer News for promoting the program.
Reading is paramount to childhood development. Thanks to your donations, kids who might not otherwise have a book of their own can start their journey towards a lifelong love of reading.
