BankRI announces children’s book drive

Posted 4/10/14

With the ability to transport children to places far and wide, the power of books play a significant role in the educational and imaginative development of students of all ages.

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BankRI announces children’s book drive

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With the ability to transport children to places far and wide, the power of books play a significant role in the educational and imaginative development of students of all ages.

As part of their commitment to improving literacy and ensuring that children have age-appropriate books of their own, Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) will host a book drive in support of Books Are Wings in each of their 18 branch locations during the month of April.

This year’s effort marks BankRI’s fourth annual partnership with Books Are Wings, a local non-profit that puts free books in the hands of children in some of the state’s neediest communities. Throughout April, members of the community may visit any BankRI branch to donate new and gently used children’s books. A goal has been set to collect 2,000 books.

“I can’t think of anything more important to a child’s future than fostering a love of reading; the life-long benefits are overwhelming and they all start with helping them excel in the classroom,” said Patricia O’Donnell-Saracino, vice president of community relations for BankRI. “Our annual book drive is an effort that everyone looks forward to as a way to help kids. I’d love to see this year’s collection exceed its goal.”

In addition to organizing its book drive, BankRI has awarded Books Are Wings a $1,500 grant to fund an afterschool Book Party pilot program in Central Falls.

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