Children
The Gift of Reading
Results
Through your donations, 30,775 underprivileged children are receiving a brand new book in May 2012! Thanks to all the donors who gave books or money at participating bookstores, book fairs and libraries, and through numerous collection initiatives.
Since 1999, under The Gift of Reading, more than 286,000 new children's books have been given out.
13 editions at a glance
In 1999-2000, the program took place only in the Metropolitan Montreal area, while subsequent editions have taken place throughout Quebec.
Participating organizations
This year, 450 organizations across Quebec answered the Foundation’s invitation and are taking part in the distribution of brand new books. The Foundation wishes to thank them, as their collaboration is crucial for the program to run smoothly.
- 170 schools, including 7 English schools;
- 157 members of the Quebec federation of Famille community organizations;
- 90 childcare centres;
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38 non-profit organizations working in underprivileged neighbourhoods.
List of participating organizations
Distribution of books by region
