SEATTLE — Washington Talking Book & Braille Library (WTBBL), which provides access to information and reading materials for people who are unable to read standard print, is seeking donations during GiveBIG 2023 May 2-3.
WTBBL’s goal is to raise at least $10,000 to support the library’s new podcasting program, which will offer diverse programming including current and timely stories, connect the community with information and resources, highlight authors and library services, provide updates from partner organizations, and involve patrons and consumers in developing future content.
“WTBBL’s podcasting program affirms our commitment to building a greater a sense of community and providing an enriching experience for the thousands of patrons we are privileged to serve,” said WTBBL Director Danielle Miller. “We are participating in this year’s GiveBIG campaign to offer our generous donors and the public a convenient way to support our innovative programs and services. We invite our fellow Washingtonians to help us further our mission, ‘That All May Read.’”
To contribute, visit WTBBL’s page on the GiveBIG website. WTBBL supporters have the option to contribute to the library via the Washington Gives platform ahead of the GiveBIG 48-hour online giving campaign.
GiveBIG is a statewide fundraising campaign during which people and organizations across Washington invest in their communities. In 2022, more than 1,500 nonprofits statewide received nearly 52,000 donations that, combined with matching gifts and in-kind contributions, totaled about $14.6 million. Since GiveBIG’s inception in 2011, nonprofits have raised more than $175 million.
During last year’s GiveBIG campaign, WTBBL raised more than $9,000 toward equipment, collections, and additional programming needs.
WTBBL is part of the Washington State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State. For more information, visit wtbbl.org, and follow WTBBL on Facebook and Instagram.