Bernie's Book Bank

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917 N Shore Dr
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
+1 (847) 780-7323
http://www.berniesbookbank.org

Bernie's Book Bank is a nonprofit organization based in Lake Bluff, IL, dedicated to empowering Chicagoland children through book ownership. Since 2009, they have distributed over 25 million free quality children's books to nearly 300,000 children annually, helping them explore new ideas, gain knowledge, and strengthen reading skills.

Through donations of new and gently used books, corporate sponsorships, volunteer opportunities, and fundraising events, Bernie's Book Bank works tirelessly to address America's literacy crisis and make a positive impact on the lives of children in the community. Their efficient and scalable approach to providing books ensures that children have access to the resources they need to succeed.

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4.513 reviews
Mark G.
10/4/2025

This is the only nearby place where we can donate children's books that distributes them directly to children in need.

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Sherwin C.
2/23/2025

I have volunteered here several times doing different roles such as sorting and stickering books. The facility here is amazing, with an enormous warehouse and the other areas being a great place...

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Susan S.
2/26/2024

I went there for a yelp event. it was calledneon night and it was a fundraiser. I have never been here prior to it nor was I familiar with it. It seems like a wonderful organization. You can...

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Belle G.
2/22/2024

Nice place and very nice community of people . I will recommend this place to everyone This place is doing good for the community helping people with books . Reading is great, give you knowledge...

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Jackie C.
1/8/2019

What an incredible non-profit for literacy! My husband and I are co-presidents of the SMU Alumni Chapter here in Chicago and we hosted a philanthropic event here for our members. It was amazing! I...

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