What Happens When Books Arrive?
“My family loves this program. My 8-year-old twins and 11-year-old get excited for their little 3-year-old brother to get a new book. They take turns reading to him throughout the week. I love doing the activities with my son because I can see his eyes twinkle with new information learned.”— Henry County Parent
Why Your Gift Matters
Early literacy changes the trajectory of a child’s life.
When you Give Books, you help:
• Place high-quality books directly into children’s homes
• Encourage family reading time and early learning habits
• Build confidence before kindergarten begins
• Strengthen the future of our community
Your donation supports book purchases, packaging and postage, and parent newsletter preparation costs for Henry County children and their families.
Every book delivered begins with someone who chose to give.
How Giving Works
1. You Give
Your donation supports book purchases and mailing costs for children in Henry County.
2. Books Are Delivered Monthly
Each enrolled child receives one age-appropriate book every month at no cost to their family.
3. Children Build a Personal Library
By age five, a child can build a home library of up to 60 books.
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Ferst Readers of Henry County serves up to 1,775 children at a time. Community support ensures that books continue reaching homes month after month.
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Interested in a corporate or foundation partnership? Learn more here.
The Need Is Real
Only about 3 in 10 U.S. 4th graders read at a proficient level. (Source: National Assessment of Educational Progress)
In Georgia — the numbers are similar
— and in some communities, even lower.
Early access to books changes outcomes.
When children grow up surrounded by books, they enter school more confident, more prepared, and more likely to succeed.
Join the Henry Hundred
Individuals who commit to an annual gift of $100 or more become members of the Henry Hundred — a group of dedicated supporters invited to our annual Donor Celebration and recognized for strengthening early literacy in Henry County. Join the Henry Hundred →
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