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Book Harvest has been awarded a $250,000 grant from the William R. Kenan Jr. Charitable Trust

A Valentine's Celebration of Reading and Joy! Love was in the air this past Saturday, February 8, as more than 100 children and their families gathered in the Durham Family Space for our "I Heart Books" Valentine's celebration! It was an afternoon bursting with joy, laughter, and—of course—books! Families enjoyed a festive atmosphere filled with delightful activities, from heart-themed crafts to sweet treats. Kids were busy creating colorful valentines, coloring, playing with

A Birthday Tradition That Keeps on Giving Since January 2020, Book Harvest has had the joy of celebrating Hendrix’s birthday in a truly special way. You’ve probably seen his smiling face on some of our materials—Hendrix, a young Durham resident, has been part of the Book Harvest story since he was a baby. His parents, Lindsey and Gary, started a book drive in honor of his first birthday, ensuring that other children could experience the same joy of books that Hendrix has. (Yo

With Literacy and Justice for All: Book Harvest’s Bold Vision for 2025-2027 For 14 years, Book Harvest has been on a mission to ensure...

Our February 2025 newsletter

Book Harvest Celebrates "Books on Break" Grant Published by Southpoint Access, 31 Jan 2025 Thousands of North Carolina elementary school...

Durham’s Book Harvest Earns $250,000 to Expand ‘Books on Break’ Summer Program Originally posted on Chapelboro.com By Brighton McConnell,...

Book Harvest, a nonprofit organization, has been awarded a $250,000 grant from the William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust.