Share the gift of literacy by supporting the work of Behind the Book. With the good will and generous support of donors like you, Behind the Book is making the magic of reading real for New York City’s disadvantaged youth. Please help us place books in the hands of low-income children and give them the chance to revel in reading.

You can make a secure credit card donation to Behind the Book online at New York Charities:

You can also donate by sending a check, payable to Behind the Book, to:

Jo Umans, Executive Director
Behind the Book
145 W. 96th St., Ste. 1E
New York, NY 10025

The success of Behind the Book depends on the ongoing support and dedication of our foundation, corporate, and individual sponsors.

Behind the Book is a registered New York 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation. Donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Behind the Book lists our donors in our annual report.  Please write to us at 145 W. 96th St., Ste. 1E, New York, NY 10025 if you do not wish to have your name included.

Copies of annual reports, financial statements and IRS Form 990 Tax Returns for Exempt Organizations relating to Behind the Book are available.  If you would like to request copies, please contact us at info@behindthebook.org or at 145 W. 96th St., Ste. 1E, New York, NY 10025.  Please indicate 990 Tax Returns in the subject line and include your full mailing address, including street address, city, state and postal code.

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