Urbanbooksquad

02/02/2026

The 2025 UBS Sneaker Ball was a succes. We partied with a purpose and raised over $30,000 in the books. Check out our gallery by Fool Notion:

Photo collection by Fool Notion

02/01/2026

[January 31, 2020 ] Six years ago, a class assignment turned into our very first fundraiser, Baking for Books. By selling cupcakes at school, church and to family and friends we raised enough money to launch Urban Book Squad. Today we celebrate 6 years of volunteer service.

02/01/2026

Thank you Goodwill Industries-Suncoast for inviting us to your annual The Power of Us Luncheon.

Honored to have a seat at the table and to network with other non-profits.

11/17/2025

A huge thank you to the staff at Lutz for their ongoing support of the UBS Sneaker Ball. Your yearly donation is always a top contender.

11/16/2025

We are so grateful for ' ongoing support! Their bowling basket was a huge success in our silent auction, helping us meet our goal of donating $30,000 in books to Title 1 Schools.

11/16/2025

has been an amazing partner, consistently supporting UBS events with generous silent auction donations to help us achieve our fundraising goal and promote literacy in Hillsborough County Public Schools

11/16/2025

We're grateful to Andrew and the incredible staff at Fowler for their generosity. As a food sponsor for all UBS events since 2023, Jerk Hut played a key role in reaching our $30,000 book fundraising goal.

11/15/2025

2025 UBS Sneakerball

11/14/2025

Tonight’s the night we will celebrate National Family Literacy Month with librarians, teachers, administrations and their families at . Thank you to Goodwill BookWorks for donating over $25,000 in books to Title 1 School.

11/14/2025

Thank you BookWorks for sponsor all the tickets for librarians, teachers, administrators and their children to attend tonight’s UBS Sneaker Ball.

11/14/2025

Thank you to our event sponsor BookWorks for your generous donation of over $25000 in books for Title 1 Schools.

10/31/2025

📢 Donation Drop-Off for Jamaica Relief 🇯🇲
We’re inviting everyone to drop off essential donations to help Jamaica recover and rebuild.

✅ Accepting: non-perishable food, hygiene kits, baby supplies, power banks, cleaning items, and more.
🚫 No cash, perishables, or glass items please.
📍Drop-off Location: Jerk Hut 1241 E Fowler Ave, Tampa FL 33612
📦 Only new or like-new items, easy to ship & ≤40 lb per box

🙏🏽 Your generosity means the world.
💛💚🖤 ONE LOVE ALWAYS — WE WILL RISE TOGETHER.