Chuck Robinson of Village Books in Bellingham, Washington was well on his way to biking 2400 miles for charity - when a couple of unrestrained dogs brought his ride to a crash ending. Chuck sustained three broken & two cracked ribs, many bruises and plenty of road rash, but he is recovering well. He and Dee are finishing their journey in their motor-home and will certainly have plenty of tales to tell. Chuck's ride raised an amazing amount to support Binc programs. Supporters have currently pledged more than $10,000 to Binc.Including a substantial donation from our friends at Ingram Content Group. If you pledged to Binc, make your donation here, and in the box for "Tribute Gift." Check the button for "In Honor" and put "Chuck's Big Ride" in place of "Person's Name." Were you waiting to make a pledge? You can make the donation on our site and we will notify Chuck of your contribution!
Books, Inc. employees now have an easy method for assisting booksellers in need. These California bookstores have set up automatic payroll deduction for their employees to contribute to the Binc Foundation. Books, Inc. knows that many small donations can add up to big, big help for booksellers experiencing financial hardships. If you are are interested in setting this up at your store, read how easy it is>
How Binc Can Help:Let Us Count the Ways
Binc knows that remembering the Financial Assistance Qualifying Events can be difficult. We want to make sure than any bookseller who needs assistance contacts us at the first sign of financial difficulty. We at Binc will do our best to help with financial assistance and/or additional resources in the booksellers community.
As a reminder we are featuring a series of informative blog posts detailing some events that can lead to a financial emergency. Look for the posts in coming weeks and follow us on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn so you won't miss a single post. Read about Homelessness Prevention here>
Help Binc Keep the Top Rated Seal
Binc needs just 6 more reviews on the Great Nonprofits website to earn the Top Rated Award for 2015! You can help us keep this designation for another year. If you are a grant recipient, donor or Foundation supporter,please leave a review here>
Have Your Story Published Independent booksellers across the country are invited to submit personal essays for inclusion in a nine-book series of regional paperbacks. Unbridled Books, McNaughton & Gunn and ExpressEdit.net are teaming up for these unique publications.
The Binc Foundation is proud to be chosen as the recipient of funds realized from the sale of these books. What better way to pay tribute to booksellers than by using their stories to help their colleagues in need. Read more here>
Binc Super Star: LeAnn Hartka At the Binc Foundation we count ourselves very lucky to have a group of fabulous volunteers to jump in whenever we need a little help. LeAnn Hartka typifies this "can do" attitude. LeAnn has served as a member of the Program Committee for four years, always adding her caring insight to assistance cases and program discussions. In addition to this committee participation, LeAnn recently compiled an extensive database for Binc to use for an upcoming major donor fundraising campaign. Her work will help to make the campaign more effective, by targeting those individuals most likely to add their support to booksellers.
Binc Wish List
If you are looking for a place to donate the following items, we can use:
~ Gift cards to restaurants or stores (to use as volunteer rewards)
If you would like to send a donation my mail, please make your check or money order payable to Binc Foundation and mail to:
713 W. Ellsworth Rd., Suite A, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
