Bernie's Book Bank is a non-profit organization that creates pathways to success for children through book ownership. The organization sources, processes, and distributes free, quality books annually to children aged birth through sixth grade, primarily through Title I schools and early childhood programs in Chicagoland. Community members can support the cause by donating books, volunteering, or attending fundraising events. Reviewers describe the organization as a "nice place" with a "great" and "amazing" volunteer experience, highlighting the friendly staff and valuable goal of getting books to children. Overall, Bernie's Book Bank is praised for its positive impact on the community and its mission to empower children through reading.
Love volunteering with BBB and sharing my love of reading with kids! So fortunate to be able to give back my time to support this wonderful mission.
January 2026
I started volunteering at Bernie's after retiring and have enjoyed the experience and sense of community. As an avid reader I know the value of book ownership to increasing literacy.
June 2025
I stopped by to volunteer and was impressed by how huge and well-organized this facility is! They collect book donations and buy new books to donate to kids in need who might not otherwise grow up with books in the home. We packed up books for about 400 kids in just a couple hours! It’s wonderful what they do!
