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Kayla Hand, CFRE
Executive Director

Kayla is eager to help Books Between Kids extend its reach to even more children and schools in Houston. Her time working in affordable housing showed her first-hand the needs of Houston families. So many children are growing up without necessities, including books. Contact Kayla if you would like more information about corporate partnerships, or to make a monetary donation.  She can be reached at kayla@booksbetweenkids.org or by phone at 832-831-1402 x 803.

Paige Wright
Program Manager

Paige believes in the impact a book can have on a child’s life. As a Certified Nonprofit Professional, she is motivated by meeting the needs of Houstonians. Contact Paige if you would like more information about Book Celebrations or our Community Partners Program. She can be reached at paige@booksbetweenkids.org or 832-831-1402 x 801.

Heather Bush
Operations and Office Manager

Heather has had a lifelong love of reading and knows firsthand the importance of children having access to good books. She is passionate about getting books into the hands of children and growing in the Houston community. She can be reached at heather@booksbetweenkids.org, or by phone at 832-831-1402 x 805.

Maureen Ryan
Volunteer Manager

Maureen was a long-time volunteer with Books Between Kids before she joined our staff.  She believes the power of a good book can change children’s lives. Contact Maureen if you are interested in volunteer opportunities. She can be reached at maureen@booksbetweenkids.org, or by phone at 832-831-1402 x 802.

Ann Guerra
Book Collection Manager

Ann has been with Books Between Kids since its inception. She believes that service and offering goodwill make the world a nicer place. She is always happy to see how book donors enable kids to become book owners! Contact Ann if you are interested in hosting a book drive, wanting to be a community drop site or have any questions about donating books. She can be reached at ann@booksbetweenkids.org or by phone at 832-831-1402 x 808.

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We want to send a huge thank you to everyone who j We want to send a huge thank you to everyone who joined us for Book Bash presented by RSM US LLP! Together we raised more than $150,000 for young readers!
We went wild for books — and you showed up big! We went wild for books — and you showed up big! 🌴
Thanks to your support, Book Bash raised $150,000 for Houston kids to discover the joy of book ownership. Because every child deserves a story to call their own. 💚📖
Thank you to @rsmusllp for being the presenting sp Thank you to @rsmusllp for being the presenting sponsor for Book Bash and joining our passion for ensuring every Houston child has access to books in their home.
We are so proud to collaborate with community orga We are so proud to collaborate with community organizations through our Community Partners program to make sure kids all across Houston have books in their home!
We are so thrilled to announce that Outspoken Bean We are so thrilled to announce that Outspoken Bean, Houston’s 5th Poet Laureate, will be our special guest at Book Bash on October 8th! We can’t wait! 🎉
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