Neil and Maria Bush will unveil the highly-anticipated authors for the 2019 A Celebration of Reading event.
Rockets Women’s Organization and Reliant have teamed up to host a book drive benefiting the Barbara Bush Literacy Foundation. Fans will receive one raffle ticket for EVERY new or gently used Children’s book donated. Tickets will be entered into a drawing for the chance to win one of seven VIP Player Packages.
The Ladies for Literacy will be collecting books all March throughout the Houston area. The Book Drive at the Houston Rockets game will be the culmination of the community book drive.
Sponsorship information will be available in October 2018.
Bring your friends and family to join the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation at My Home Library’s Big Awesome Book Sort!
My Home Library allows students to choose 6 free, brand new books to build their very own home libraries. Volunteer for one or more 3-hour shifts, as we organize and package books for more than 5,000 children! Volunteers will help set up and begin to sort books for 10 Houston area schools. Volunteers will sort more than 30,000 books into bags.
Bring your friends and family to join the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation at My Home Library’s Big Awesome Book Sort!
My Home Library allows students to choose 6 free, brand new books to build their very own home libraries. Volunteer for one or more 3-hour shifts, as we organize and package books for more than 5,000 children! Volunteers will help set up and begin to sort books for 10 Houston area schools. Volunteers will sort more than 30,000 books into bags.
Young Professionals Group members will package books purchased with the proceeds from the Jungle Book Gala to deliver to children through Kids Meals, Inc, Spring Branch ISD and other non-profits who serve underprivileged children. This is a member’s only event – drinks and light bites will be available. Members are encouraged to bring new pre-school age children’s books to donate and to wear their “tacky” holiday sweater finest.
Our Ladies for Literacy Guild has launched the First Lady’s Book Club. Twice a year through the First Lady’s Book Club, Guild members will have an opportunity to share the joy of a book and interact with the author. The first session will feature one of Barbara Bush’s favorite authors and New York Times bestseller Brad Meltzer and his latest book, The Escape Artist.
Member-only event.
#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Following Thanksgiving and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday, this year’s #GivingTuesday will take place on November 27 and will kick off the giving season by inspiring people to collaborate and give back.
Kim Chau & Co. Fine Jewelers supports the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation through providing 10% percent of all proceeds from the event towards our literacy cause.
Kim Chau & Co. Fine Jewelers supports the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation through providing 10% percent of all proceeds from the event towards our literacy cause.
The Jungle Book Gala has become a favorite on the Houston social calendar! This year’s black-tie gala will be complete with food from A Fare Extraordinaire, cocktails, wine and Pura Vida tequila, an incredible silent auction, and live music by Matchmaker Band from Austin, Texas. You won’t want to miss this wild event!
Ladies for Literacy Guild members are encouraged to bring friends and shop for the holidays. Author Grant Manier will sign copies of his book, Grant the Jigsaw Giraffe.
Please join the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation and your fellow literacy partners for the fourth quarterly Literacy Partner Network Meeting. The theme is Corporate Connections, which will feature best practices for building, cultivating and sustaining partnerships between non-profits and businesses. The meeting will include a 1-hour panel discussion with corporate and business leaders.
Bring your friends and family to join the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation at My Home Library’s Big Awesome Book Sort!
My Home Library allows students to choose 6 free, brand new books to build their very own home libraries. Volunteer for one or more 3-hour shifts, as we organize and package books for more than 5,000 children! Volunteers will sort more than 30,000 books into bag
Bring your friends and family to join the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation at My Home Library’s Big Awesome Book Sort!
My Home Library allows students to choose 6 free, brand new books to build their very own home libraries. Volunteer for one or more 3-hour shifts, as we organize and package books for more than 5,000 children! Volunteers will sort more than 30,000 books into bag
Bring your friends and family to join the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation at My Home Library’s Big Awesome Book Sort!
My Home Library allows students to choose 6 free, brand new books to build their very own home libraries. Volunteer for one or more 3-hour shifts, as we organize and package books for more than 5,000 children! Volunteers will help set up and begin to sort books for 10 Houston area schools. Volunteers will sort more than 30,000 books into bags.
Bring your friends and family to join the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation at My Home Library’s Big Awesome Book Sort!
My Home Library allows students to choose 6 free, brand new books to build their very own home libraries. Volunteer for one or more 3-hour shifts, as we organize and package books for more than 5,000 children! Volunteers will help set up and begin to sort books for 10 Houston area schools. Volunteers will sort more than 30,000 books into bags.
The 3rd annual Power of Literacy Luncheon is hosted by the Ladies for Literacy Guild of the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation. Former First Lady Laura Bush will serve as the keynote speaker in a conversation-style format moderated by her nephew, Pierce Bush.
Proceeds from the luncheon advance the legacy of former First Lady Barbara Bush by supporting literacy initiatives in Houston. An exquisite double strand of pearls donated by Tenenbaum Jewelers will also be available for raffle to the public and attendees of the luncheon.
Invitation only.
The Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation will partner with Stone Acorn Builders on the Southern Living “Beyond the Storm” Showcase Home in conjunction with September’s National Literacy Month. From cook books in the kitchen to children’s books in the bedrooms, a book theme will be central to the showcase, including some of Barbara Bush’s favorite reads. Proceeds from tour admissions will go toward the Foundation’s mission to improve the quality of life for Houstonians of all ages through the power of literacy, assisting on programs such as My Home Library, the Curiosity Cruiser and more.
Tickets are $15 at the door.
The Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation will partner with Stone Acorn Builders on the Southern Living “Beyond the Storm” Showcase Home in conjunction with September’s National Literacy Month. From cook books in the kitchen to children’s books in the bedrooms, a book theme will be central to the showcase, including some of Barbara Bush’s favorite reads. Proceeds from tour admissions will go toward the Foundation’s mission to improve the quality of life for Houstonians of all ages through the power of literacy, assisting on programs such as My Home Library, the Curiosity Cruiser and more.
Tickets are $15 at the door.
The Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation will partner with Stone Acorn Builders on the Southern Living “Beyond the Storm” Showcase Home in conjunction with September’s National Literacy Month. From cook books in the kitchen to children’s books in the bedrooms, a book theme will be central to the showcase, including some of Barbara Bush’s favorite reads. Proceeds from tour admissions will go toward the Foundation’s mission to improve the quality of life for Houstonians of all ages through the power of literacy, assisting on programs such as My Home Library, the Curiosity Cruiser and more.
Tickets are $15 at the door.
The Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation will partner with Stone Acorn Builders on the Southern Living “Beyond the Storm” Showcase Home in conjunction with September’s National Literacy Month. From cook books in the kitchen to children’s books in the bedrooms, a book theme will be central to the showcase, including some of Barbara Bush’s favorite reads. Proceeds from tour admissions will go toward the Foundation’s mission to improve the quality of life for Houstonians of all ages through the power of literacy, assisting on programs such as My Home Library, the Curiosity Cruiser and more.
Tickets are $15 at the door.
The Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation will partner with Stone Acorn Builders on the Southern Living “Beyond the Storm” Showcase Home in conjunction with September’s National Literacy Month. From cook books in the kitchen to children’s books in the bedrooms, a book theme will be central to the showcase, including some of Barbara Bush’s favorite reads. Proceeds from tour admissions will go toward the Foundation’s mission to improve the quality of life for Houstonians of all ages through the power of literacy, assisting on programs such as My Home Library, the Curiosity Cruiser and more.
Tickets are $15 at the door.
The Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation will partner with Stone Acorn Builders on the Southern Living “Beyond the Storm” Showcase Home in conjunction with September’s National Literacy Month. From cook books in the kitchen to children’s books in the bedrooms, a book theme will be central to the showcase, including some of Barbara Bush’s favorite reads. Proceeds from tour admissions will go toward the Foundation’s mission to improve the quality of life for Houstonians of all ages through the power of literacy, assisting on programs such as My Home Library, the Curiosity Cruiser and more.
Tickets are $15 at the door.
Literacy Volunteer Event with Phillips 66, Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation & Lone Star Sports & Entertainment.
Invitation only.
Members only.
We welcome you to join the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation Young Professional Group as we help Jefferson Elementary get ready for success in the 2018-2019 upcoming school year. This will be a day of service focused on literacy. Come ready to paint lockers to look like the spines of books and beautify classroom libraries!
Please join the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation and your fellow literacy partners for the 3rd quarterly Literacy Partner Network Meeting. This meeting's theme is Literacy Link-Up which will feature best practices in organizational partnerships and a speed-dating round to explore potential collaborations between literacy partners.
Join our team as we partner with the Elite MMA to improve the quality of life for Houstonians of all ages through the power of literacy.
Thank you for joining us this year in making our difference for others!
The Hobby Center - Houston, TX
Houston celebrates reading with Maria and Neil Bush as well as several national best-selling authors and notable entertainers. Now in its 23rd year, this annual fundraiser benefits the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation and the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy. Experience these notable authors bringing their best-selling books to life. Learn more about A Celebration of Reading and click here to make a donation.
Wednesday, 12/28/2016
10 AM - 12 PM, 1 PM - 3 PM
Please join the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation this holiday season as we build home libraries for children in need. Join us in sorting books at the Books Between Kids warehouse. Books Between Kids is a non-profit organization founded in 2012 to serve Houston’s at-risk children by providing them with books to build their own home libraries.
This event is family friendly, as we welcome children as young as five with adult supervision. Take time from your holiday activities to give the gift of literacy to Houston's at-risk children!
As a volunteer you will help inventory, sort, and box children's books, preparing them for distribution to low-income HISD elementary students. To sign up for this event, click here.
Monday, 12/19/2016
9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Spread holiday cheer and support your local library by volunteering with the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation and the Friends of the Houston Public Library at the Book Warehouse during this season of giving! No prior training/experience is needed; guidance will be provided at the Book Warehouse.
This opportunity is family friendly as we welcome all volunteers ages 13 and up.
Duties: Scanning donated and discarded books using Neatoscan scanner, Sorting and moving books into appropriate area (listing, research, recycle, etc). General warehouse projects such as breaking down boxes, moving books to other areas, sorting books for community book sales, and listing books on Amazon.
For more information and to register for the event, click here.
