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Why give?
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Support Local Schools & Libraries – Donations directly help Tacoma Public Schools and Tacoma Public Library, ensuring students and readers of all ages have access to much-needed books and resources.
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Strengthen Community Engagement – The fair brings people together, fostering a vibrant literary culture and creating a space for meaningful conversations, learning, and collaboration.
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Encourage Literacy for All Ages – Your support helps provide books and educational opportunities, inspiring young readers and lifelong learners alike.
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Promote Access to Literature & the Arts – Books fuel imagination, creativity, and intellectual growth. Supporting the fair helps bring literature, storytelling, and artistic expression to more people, strengthening Tacoma’s cultural landscape.
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Defend Free Speech & Intellectual Freedom – Libraries play a crucial role in ensuring the free exchange of ideas, offering access to books and information for all. Donations help keep literature accessible and support institutions that stand for knowledge, curiosity, and independent thought.
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Empower Future Generations – A love for reading and learning shapes bright futures. By donating to the Tacoma Book Fair, you help build a strong foundation for young minds, fostering a generation of engaged and informed citizens.
“When I got my library card, that was when my life began.”
Rita Mae Brown
“Literacy is a bridge from misery to hope.”
Kofi Annan
“To build up a library is to create a life. It’s never just a random collection of books.”
Carlos Maria Dominguez
Make a donation.
Donating to the Tacoma Book Fair isn’t just about supporting an event—it’s about investing in education, literacy, and the cultural future of our community.
FAQs
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Donations go toward supporting literacy and education initiatives, specifically aiding Tacoma Public Schools and Tacoma Public Library. Funds help provide books, resources, and programs that make a direct impact on students and readers across the community.
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Absolutely! The fair works closely with school librarians who have compiled lists of much-needed books. Donors can bring a book from these lists to contribute directly to Tacoma’s schools and libraries.
Elementary List 1
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You may bring the donated book to our official donation spot - Shugies Jewelry, Gift & Flower shop. Location is at the Waterfront Market in Ruston. 5101 Yacht Club Rd, Ruston, WA 98407
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Spreading the word, attending the event, volunteering, or encouraging local businesses to get involved are all great ways to help. Building awareness and engagement is just as valuable as financial support!