The Children's Book Bank

The Children's Book Bank SMART Reading is a children’s literacy nonprofit that envisions an Oregon where all children can realize their full potential through reading.

04/21/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week! We’re kicking off the celebration with a video message to our volunteers from our Executive Director, Jessica Bowersox.

Volunteers are the beating heart of SMART Reading. It’s no exaggeration to say we simply could not do this work without you. You bring our mission to life helping Oregon kids become strong confident readers. THANK YOU!


[id: Video of Jessica Bowersox thanking SMART Reading volunteers]

It’s the last day to give in 2022! The past few years have been tough for Oregon’s students, but we believe that every b...
12/31/2022

It’s the last day to give in 2022! The past few years have been tough for Oregon’s students, but we believe that every book a child takes home makes a difference. THANK YOU to our community for your support and generosity this year.

If you want to make a final gift in 2022, you can find us in the Give!Guide here: https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/smart-reading

It’s the last Big Give Day of the year, and it’s a big one! Give $10 or more today and you could win a Mt. Hood – Timber...
12/30/2022

It’s the last Big Give Day of the year, and it’s a big one! Give $10 or more today and you could win a Mt. Hood – Timberline Lodge Experience package courtesy of Friends of Timberline. The package includes one night of lodging at Timberline Lodge, a guided tour, a day ski pass for two, and more!

Find us in the Willamette Week Give!Guide here: https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/smart-reading

A beautiful plant is the perfect addition to a beautiful bookshelf! Give $10 or more in the Willamette Week Give!Guide t...
12/29/2022

A beautiful plant is the perfect addition to a beautiful bookshelf! Give $10 or more in the Willamette Week Give!Guide today and you could win a $500 gift card from Portland Nursery and fulfill your wildest home and garden plant dreams! Plus, if you’re 35 or under you have two chances of winning, as Portland Nursery will be giving out a second gift card to one donor under the age of 36!

Find us in the Give!Guide here: https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/smart-reading

Nothing’s better than settling in for the night with a book and a tasty adult beverage. Give $10 or more in the Willamet...
12/28/2022

Nothing’s better than settling in for the night with a book and a tasty adult beverage. Give $10 or more in the Willamette Week Give!Guide today and you could win one of five $200 gift cards from John's Marketplace! Stock up on all your favorite beers, wines, NA beverages, and snacks just in time for your New Year’s festivities! You have to be at least 21 years of age to win.

Find us in the Give!Guide here: https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/smart-reading

It’s time to break out your favorite bird identification book! Give $10 or more in the Willamette Week Give!Guide today ...
12/27/2022

It’s time to break out your favorite bird identification book! Give $10 or more in the Willamette Week Give!Guide today and you could win a $500 gift card from Backyard Bird Shop. Their local flock of six shops in the Portland metro area offer products for the home, yard, and person.

Find us in the Give!Guide here: https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/smart-reading

Happy Holidays from all of us at SMART Reading and the Children's Book Bank!
12/25/2022

Happy Holidays from all of us at SMART Reading and the Children's Book Bank!

December is Human Rights Month, and the perfect time to shout out some great children’s books as well as some great nonp...
12/24/2022

December is Human Rights Month, and the perfect time to shout out some great children’s books as well as some great nonprofits to support before the end of the year! Today we’re highlighting the book "Sharing a Smile," a story about finding courage and helping your neighbors and community during a difficult time.

A great nonprofit organizing communities is Unite Oregon which works to eliminate systemic inequities and fight for a just and equitable society. Find them in the Give!Guide here: https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/unite-oregon

The Children's Book Bank is closed today (Thursday) through the end of the year! We will reopen on Tuesday, January 3.
12/22/2022

The Children's Book Bank is closed today (Thursday) through the end of the year! We will reopen on Tuesday, January 3.

Is there anything better than a good book? Maybe a really good bike… Give $10 or more in the Willamette Week Give!Guide ...
12/21/2022

Is there anything better than a good book? Maybe a really good bike… Give $10 or more in the Willamette Week Give!Guide today and you could win a Trek Bicycle Package courtesy of Portland’s Trek Bicycle Stores. The package includes a Trek FX+ 2 bike (or a bike equivalent in value, $2,499.99), a helmet, lock, floor pump, water bottle, and cage!

Find us in the Give!Guide here: https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/smart-reading

Address

1915 NE 7th Avenue
Portland, OR
97212

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+15036163981

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