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Books Between Kids Awarded Point of Light

November 19, 2013 by NVo

Earlier this month, Books Between Kids’ founders, Sandra Ahlhorn and Amy Barnes, were recognized for their efforts. A Daily Point of Light Award was presented to them by former First Lady Barbara Bush and Neil Bush, Chairman of Points of Light and the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation. After the luncheon, volunteers from One America and JP Morgan Chase, along with students from Sharpstown International High School came out to the Books Between Kids warehouse to see what we do and how we do it, and we all had a terrific time while readying the books for their future owners!

We were so excited by the media attention we received – check out some of the coverage on our Newsroom page.

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The KHOU 11 News Turn the Page campaign has begun! The KHOU 11 News Turn the Page campaign has begun! You can help make a difference in the lives of Houston kids by donating new or gently used children's books at participating drop-off locations (more than 150 citywide!) or by shopping our Amazon wish list.

Visit the link in our bio for more information.

Together, we can help build home libraries and turn the page on illiteracy!
Wishing the @uhcougarmbk the best of luck in the N Wishing the @uhcougarmbk the best of luck in the NCAA tournament! 🐾
We're wishing the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo We're wishing the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo a happy rodeo season! The Show has a passion for supporting education for kids across Houston and has generously supported our mission with a grant of $60,000.

In addition, the Trailblazer Committee dedicates their time and energy towards collecting and sorting books for us. We are so grateful to have their support in so many ways. We hope you're having a blast at the rodeo!
We are so excited to announce that Children's Muse We are so excited to announce that Children's Museum Houston is supporting BBK with a book collection bin. You can find the bin in their Parent Resource Library. Make sure to bring books with you the next time you visit the museum!
Brazos Bookstore is one of our community heroes wh Brazos Bookstore is one of our community heroes who helps us collect books for Houston kids. Randi, their manager, was able to see their impact in action at a Book Celebration last week! 

You can drop off your own children's books at Brazos Bookstore or purchase brand new books for kids at their shop. We are so thankful for their support in increasing book access for kids across Houston!
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