Book Industry Charitable Foundation

Book Industry Charitable Foundation Supporting book and comic people through times of crisis since 1996. http://www.bincfoundation.org/ Supporting booksellers through times of crisis since 1996.

06/08/2026

Hello, Binc!

We were delighted to have a special message from former President Barack Obama showcased at Binc's 30th Anniversary Gala!

Do you miss summer reading challenges? The National Book Foundation's Summer Reading Adventure—a free, prize-filled adve...
06/05/2026

Do you miss summer reading challenges? The National Book Foundation's Summer Reading Adventure—a free, prize-filled adventure for readers of all ages—is back! We're playing along, and thought you might want to, too!

Check out all the details (including all the prizes) on the National Book Foundation's website.

Happy publication day to Ann Patchett, and her new novel WHISTLER! WHISTLER is the #1 IndieNext pick for June, which me...
06/02/2026

Happy publication day to Ann Patchett, and her new novel WHISTLER! WHISTLER is the #1 IndieNext pick for June, which means booksellers around the country loved it. Thanks again to Ann for speaking at Binc's 30th Anniversary Gala, and thanks for her past service as the inaugural Binc ambassador.

IndieNext graphic courtesy of the American Booksellers Association. Ann Patchett headshot by Emily Dorio.

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06/01/2026

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06/01/2026

EXTENDED! New deadline June 8, 2026 at 5pm EST.

Applications for the Macmillan Booksellers Professional Development Scholarship, which provides $750 to booksellers traditionally underrepresented within the industry to attend their region’s fall trade show, are open until June 8, 2026.

The scholarship allows eight booksellers from underrepresented groups to attend their regional independent book association trade show. Each scholarship covers the cost of travel, lodging and meals for one bookseller up to $750.

Categories of eligibility:

* People of color, defined as people of African/African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latin American, Middle Eastern, or Native American/Indigenous descent.
* People who identify as le***an, gay, bisexual, transgender, nonbinary, genderq***r, or q***r.
* People with disabilities (including but not limited to physical, sensory, cognitive, intellectual, or developmental disabilities, chronic conditions, and mental illnesses).

Applicants must be employed and have 90 days of continuous employment as a regular part-time or full-time employee to be eligible to apply. The bookstore must be a member in good standing of one of the regional trade associations and applicants must discuss their application and potential selection as scholarship recipient with their store owner/manager prior to applying for the scholarship. Details and application via the Binc website.

We don't want to let May end without a reminder that It's Always Okay to Ask for Help!May is Mental Health Awareness Mon...
05/28/2026

We don't want to let May end without a reminder that It's Always Okay to Ask for Help!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, for which goals include reducing stigma and encouraging a holistic approach to physical and mental health.

Binc helps bookstore and comic shop staff and owners across the U.S. access mental health services. If you think you'd benefit from short term mental health support, reach out to Binc about our Mental Health Wellness program. The program offers free and confidential access to six sessions over six months with a professional therapist who is assigned according to your individual preferences and needs. Learn more and apply via the Binc website.

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EXTENDED, apply by June 8 at 5pm EST!Applications for the Macmillan Booksellers Professional Development Scholarship, wh...
05/28/2026

EXTENDED, apply by June 8 at 5pm EST!

Applications for the Macmillan Booksellers Professional Development Scholarship, which provides $750 to booksellers traditionally underrepresented within the industry to attend their region’s fall trade show, are open until June 1, 2026.

The scholarship allows eight booksellers from underrepresented groups to attend their regional independent book association trade show. Each scholarship covers the cost of travel, lodging and meals for one bookseller up to $750.

Categories of eligibility:

* People of color, defined as people of African/African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latin American, Middle Eastern, or Native American/Indigenous descent.
* People who identify as le***an, gay, bisexual, transgender, nonbinary, genderq***r, or q***r.
* People with disabilities (including but not limited to physical, sensory, cognitive, intellectual, or developmental disabilities, chronic conditions, and mental illnesses).

Applicants must be employed and have 90 days of continuous employment as a regular part-time or full-time employee to be eligible to apply. The bookstore must be a member in good standing of one of the regional trade associations and applicants must discuss their application and potential selection as scholarship recipient with their store owner/manager prior to applying for the scholarship.

Binc Director of Development Kathy Bartson recently had a chance to visit with Calvin Crosby at The King's English Books...
05/27/2026

Binc Director of Development Kathy Bartson recently had a chance to visit with Calvin Crosby at The King's English Bookshop in Salt Lake City, Utah. Calvin is a former Binc board member and co-owner of the bookshop.

30 Years of Book People Caring for Book PeopleJordan Adams first learned about Binc from someone looking to host an even...
05/26/2026

30 Years of Book People Caring for Book People

Jordan Adams first learned about Binc from someone looking to host an event at Ada’s Books & Cafe in Seattle, Washington, where he’s worked for more than eight years. He shared the information with colleagues, never thinking a few years later that he would be in need.

A terrible car accident left him bedridden for six weeks and out of work at both of his jobs, depressed that he couldn’t pick up his young child.

“At Binc it’s not just about cutting a check,” Jordan said. “It felt like someone was looking out for me.”

The two months of rent he received “just saved the day and gave me time to get back to work.”

“I’ll never stop spreading the word about Binc and everything they do. They keep booksellers like me in vibrant energized spaces like Ada’s where people seek knowledge and come to find their people, their community.”

The Book Industry Charitable Foundation is celebrating 30 years of being the essential safety net for book and comic store employees, owners, and their stores in 2026. Throughout this year, we’ll introduce you to recipients of emergency financial assistance or professional development opportunities. Have you received support from Binc? Please consider sharing your story. (Link in comments.)

Honoring all who have served. Remembering all who have made the ultimate sacrifice.Binc's offices are closed for Memoria...
05/25/2026

Honoring all who have served. Remembering all who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

Binc's offices are closed for Memorial Day, but we are monitoring messages. If you're a bookstore or comic shop owner or staff member facing a financial emergency, reach out and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

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3135 South State Street, Suite 203
Ann Arbor, MI
48108

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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