Spread the Word Nevada Launches April Book Drive

The nonprofit aims to collect 40,000 books and raise $50,000 to support literacy programs for local kids.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 7:21pm

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An abstract, impressionistic photograph showing a child's hands gently holding an open book, with a blurred background of bookshelves and cozy reading spaces, conveying a sense of wonder and the transformative power of literacy.A community book drive aims to put reading resources into the hands of local children in need.Reno Today

Spread the Word Nevada, a nonprofit focused on increasing childhood literacy, is launching its annual April Community Book Drive across northern Nevada. Residents and businesses are invited to donate new or gently used children's books or make monetary contributions to support the organization's literacy programming for kids in need.

Why it matters

Access to books and reading resources is a key factor in childhood development and educational outcomes. Spread the Word Nevada's book drives help ensure underprivileged children have the tools they need to build critical literacy skills and unlock future opportunities.

The details

The book drive will culminate in a collection event on May 1st sponsored by local news station KOLO 8 News Now. Organizers say they aim to collect 40,000 books and raise $50,000 through the month-long drive to fund the organization's year-round literacy initiatives.

  • The April Community Book Drive is launching in 2026.
  • The final book collection event will be held on May 1, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The players

Spread the Word Nevada

A nonprofit organization focused on increasing childhood literacy and providing access to books and reading resources for underprivileged children in northern Nevada.

Courtney Vogt

The Director of Northern Nevada for Spread the Word Nevada.

KOLO 8 News Now

The local news station sponsoring the final book collection event on May 1st.

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What they’re saying

“Every book and dollar donated helps open the door to opportunity for a child. Every child deserves the chance to succeed, and we are grateful for our community helping to make this happen.”

— Courtney Vogt, Director of Northern Nevada, Spread the Word Nevada

What’s next

Residents and businesses can donate new or gently used children's books or make monetary contributions to Spread the Word Nevada through the end of April. The final book collection event will be held on May 1st.

The takeaway

Spread the Word Nevada's annual book drive is a community-driven effort to improve childhood literacy and provide underprivileged kids with the reading resources they need to succeed. By donating books or funds, northern Nevada residents can make a direct impact on educational opportunities for local children.