You Gave 417 Kids the Universe Through Reading

New Trier Township in partnership with the Village of Glencoe and the Winnetka Presbyterian Church collected over 5,000 children’s books between July 19- August 3rd

The recipient of the collection was Bernie's Book Bank , a Lake Bluff based non-profit organization that sources, processes and distributes quality new and gently used children’s books to significantly increase book ownership among at-risk infants, toddlers and school-age children throughout Chicagoland.

Supervisor Alan Goldberg of New Trier Township stated, “The generosity in the North Shore never ceases to amaze, we are grateful for all these wonderful book donations. The work that Bernie’s Book Bank does is critical to preparing children for school, and we’re glad to help with their mission.”

The books collected during the township drive will reach students during fall distribution days scheduled by Bernie’s Book Bank.
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About New Trier Township
New Trier Township’s mission is to provide leadership, advocacy and resources to benefit the physical, mental and social well being of Township residents. Established in 1850, New Trier Township government serves the 56,000 residents in the villages of Glencoe, Kenilworth, Wilmette and Winnetka, plus portions of Glenview and Northfield. The Township Office is located at 739 Elm Street in Winnetka or on-line at www.newtriertownship.com

Media Contact:
Jack Macholl
jmacholl@newtriertownship.com