In this unique campaign institutions are provided with everything they need to run the program including posters, fliers, brochures, and classroom programms for both children and adults. A full color prize brochure features a large spectrum of Jewish books, toys, games and CDs in addition to popular items like scooters, Ipods and a computer. Even books are arranged for many schools and Chabad Houses which lack even the most basic Jewish books for people to read during the program. One of the most spectacular parts of this program is that in addition to thousands being exposed for the first time to the world of Jewish books, 100% of the money brought in is used to purchase Jewish books for the library of the local institution.
Over 15,000 Men, Woman & Children Worldwide Unite In The Fight For Jewish Literacy
This coming Sunday thousands worldwide will join together in the fight for Jewish literacy. The Second International Book-A-Thon will bring together Jews from all walks of life in a three week Jewish book reading campaign developed and run by Kehot Publication Society. Over 250 schools, libraries and Chabad Houses have already signed up for the program and more are registering every day.
In this unique campaign institutions are provided with everything they need to run the program including posters, fliers, brochures, and classroom programms for both children and adults. A full color prize brochure features a large spectrum of Jewish books, toys, games and CDs in addition to popular items like scooters, Ipods and a computer. Even books are arranged for many schools and Chabad Houses which lack even the most basic Jewish books for people to read during the program. One of the most spectacular parts of this program is that in addition to thousands being exposed for the first time to the world of Jewish books, 100% of the money brought in is used to purchase Jewish books for the library of the local institution.
During last years running of the Book-A-Thon one boy from S. Fe, New Mexico who had for the first time come to the Chabad talmud torah read 12 Jewish books and chose the Rabbi’s Challenge as his prize. A mother from Boulder, Colorado sent in a letter thanking Kehot and stating “ How wonderful it is to watch my daughters WANT to read Jewish books to themselves and each other. They had so much fun doing this they wanted to keep on reading!” These 5 girls read 87 books! A 72 year old man read 4 Jewish books and chose a model of the Bet Hamikdosh to donate to his local temple.
The Book-A-Thon begins Sunday November 13th and runs through Sunday December 4th. Locations worldwide including the US, Canada, Belgium, England, France, China, South Africa and Australia can be found on the web at www.bookathon.org. Registration for both individuals and organizations can also be taken care of on-line or by contacting Kehot Publication Society at 718-778-0226. Sponsors are also need to help cover the large financial burden of this worthwhile project. If you would like to participate please call 1-877-4MERKOS or 718-778-0226.
