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Canaan Baptist Church

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SILENT VOICES UNITED INC. TO EXPAND READQUEST FREE BOOK PROGRAM IN SEPTEMBER 2026
Expanded initiative will distribute thousands of brand-new books and help organizations establish free community libraries
NEW YORK, NY — Silent Voices United Inc. will expand its ReadQuest Free Book Program in September 2026, providing thousands of brand-new books to children, families, seniors and underserved communities throughout New York City and beyond. The initiative will also assist organizations interested in establishing or expanding free libraries.
Led by Executive Director Tiffany Fulton, ReadQuest will serve childcare centers, schools, youth programs, senior centers, hospitals, clinics, prisons, halfway houses, nonprofits and other community organizations. Participating groups may receive brand-new books at no cost for distribution to the people they serve.
“Books educate, inspire and open doors to new possibilities,” said Fulton. “Our mission is to make sure they reach the communities that need them most. Every book represents knowledge, hope and an opportunity for a brighter future.”
Fulton continues to go above and beyond to uplift, enrich and empower the community. Her hands-on leadership includes securing book donations, building partnerships, coordinating transportation, recruiting volunteers and helping organizations develop accessible literacy resources.
Beginning in September, ReadQuest Community Book Fairs will be held Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Center for Community Enrichment at Canaan Baptist Church of Christ, 125 West 115th Street in Harlem. Selections will include children’s books, fiction, nonfiction, history, business, cookbooks, fantasy, thrillers, puzzles, arts and crafts, and more. All books will be brand new and free of charge.
Volunteers are needed Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to sort, organize and pack books. Individuals, families, students, community groups and organizations are welcome.
ReadQuest is supported by Canaan Baptist Church of Christ, which provides space for book storage and distribution; CMS, which assists with transportation; and major publishing partners that donate brand-new books.
Organizations interested in receiving books or starting a free community library may apply through Silent Voices United Inc. ReadQuest distributes brand-new books only and does not accept used-book donations. All books must be given away and may not be sold.
Recipients are responsible for arranging pickup. Transportation or shipping may be available for a fee. Donations are encouraged to help cover storage, supplies, transportation and volunteer stipends.
“ReadQuest is more than a book giveaway,” Fulton added. “It is an investment in literacy, lifelong learning and stronger communities.”
ABOUT SILENT VOICES UNITED INC.
Founded in 2008, Silent Voices United Inc. is a Harlem-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to creating voice, visibility and opportunity for underserved youth and marginalized communities. Its programs focus on literacy, the arts, youth development, violence prevention, senior engagement and community outreach.
MEDIA AND PROGRAM CONTACT
Tiffany Fulton 
Executive Director, Silent Voices United Inc. 
Phone: <a href="tel:1%20(844)%20693-2444">1 (844) 693-2444</a> 
Email: <a href="mailto:silentvoicesunitedinc@gmail.com">silentvoicesunitedinc@gmail.com</a> 
Website: <a href="https://silentvoicesunitedinc.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">silentvoicesunitedinc.org</a> 
Instagram: @silentvoicesunitedinc

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Jay Estate

The Jay Heritage Center in Rye, New York will celebrate America at 250 with a toast to Jay Medal honorees Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annette Gordon-Reed, the Carl M. Loeb University Professor at Harvard University and award-winning Lincoln historian Harold Holzer.
The Jay Medal for Service was created in 2012 to recognize individuals who demonstrate a selfless spirit of commitment to and engagement with their community mirroring the multifaceted contributions of John Jay and his descendants. These honorees have demonstrated through their life's work that our shared narratives as a country, complicated as they are, can be better illuminated through the highest caliber of ongoing scholarship and advocacy. Honorees are selected for their excellence in the fields of American history, environmental stewardship, social justice or civic engagement.
Joining the celebration will be Chief Judge of the State of New York and the New York Court of Appeals, Honorable Rowan D. Wilson and historian and philanthropist Elihu Rose who will present the awards at JHC's annual Soirée. Special guests will include David Blight, Frank Cogliano, Joanne Freeman, and Beverly Gage.

The Jay Medal Soirée will be held Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the Jay Estate from 5:30-9:30pm. Cocktails, dinner, award ceremony and dancing. Cocktail Attire.
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Cathedral of St. John the Divine

A Rare Conversation on What Matters Most — with Gurudev
📍 Cathedral of St. John the Divine, New York 
🗓️ September 23rd | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
We struggle to stay present. We wait for the world to become peaceful. And too often, we feel powerless to change any of it.
What if power, presence, and peace are closer than you think?
Power: What would change if difficult people, unexpected events, and circumstances beyond your control no longer had the power to shake you?
Presence: Imagine giving the person, decision, or moment in front of you your full attention — without your mind pulling you somewhere else.
Peace: What if you could feel deeply at ease even before the problems are solved, the uncertainty disappears, or the world calms down?
Walk away less easily shaken, more fully present, and more at ease with life as it is.
Experience this wisdom with Gurudev, delivered with his characteristic simplicity, depth, and humor. The evening will include live music, guided meditation, and a live Q&amp;A.
🎟️ Seats are limited — reserve yours now.

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