# Sponsor-A-School — full site content

> Sponsor-A-School is a nonprofit national initiative putting more children's books into public schools and libraries for young readers. Sponsor a classroom, donate books, or give today.

## Mission
Our mission is to build a collaborative national movement that puts new, high-quality children's books into public schools and public libraries, so every young reader has stories they love within reach.

Too many public school classrooms rely on worn, outdated, or empty bookshelves. Teachers often buy books with their own money, and many children go home without a single book of their own.

Sponsor-A-School connects donors, businesses, authors, and communities with the public schools and libraries that need books most. Every sponsorship becomes new books on classroom shelves, in school and public libraries, and in children's hands.

## Core offerings
### Sponsor a School or Library
Fund a classroom library, a grade-level book set, or new shelves at a public library you choose, or one we match you with. Sponsors receive a dedication bookplate, photos from the delivery day, and a thank-you from the students.

### Book Donations
Donate new, age-appropriate titles from our book list so every book that arrives is one kids want to read. Titles are selected for reading level, representation, and classroom fit before they go on our list.

### School Visits
We bring the books in person with read-alouds, author appearances, and a celebration students remember. Visits turn a delivery into an event and give sponsors a chance to meet the readers they support.

## How it works
1. Choose your impact: Give any amount, pick books or a bundle, or name the public schools and libraries you want to help.
2. We source the books: We purchase new, age-appropriate books and match them to each school's and library's readers.
3. Books reach readers: We deliver in person, celebrate with students, and share photos and stories back with you.

## Donation levels
- $25 (One new book): Puts a brand-new book in a young reader's hands.
- $90 (Book bundle): Sends a four-book bundle (10% off) to a classroom or library.
- $250 (Classroom shelf): Stocks a classroom or library shelf with ten new books.
- $1,000 (Sponsor a school): Sponsors a school-wide book delivery.
Donate at https://www.sponsoraschool.org/donate: choose books from the list below or let Sponsor-A-School choose, optionally name up to five schools or libraries, then pay on PNC Bank's secure payment page.

## Tax deduction
Sponsor-A-School is confirming its federal tax-exempt status. Until it is confirmed on our Legal & Transparency page, please check with your tax advisor before claiming a deduction.

## Books available to donate (from the Mariana Publishing catalog)
- The World Famous ABC Book of Rhymes by Roger Carlson — Pre-K – K, ages 3–6. A playful rhyming trip from A to Z, with multicultural illustrations and built-in pronunciation practice. A great fit for pre-K and kindergarten classrooms building letter sounds. Donate: $25.
- I Love You Daddy by Roger Carlson (illustrated by Elena Bogatireva) — Pre-K – K, ages 2–6. A warm picture book about a father and daughter and the values they share, told across 36 illustrations. It makes a lovely read-aloud for family literacy nights. Donate: $25.
- Te Quiero Papá (Spanish Edition) by Roger Carlson (illustrated by Elena Bogatireva) — Pre-K – K, ages 2–6, Spanish. The Spanish-language edition of I Love You Daddy. It is ideal for dual-language classrooms and for families who read together at home in Spanish. Donate: $25.
- If I Were a Dragon by Roger Carlson — Pre-K – K, ages 3–7. At bedtime, Liam imagines what life would be like as a dragon. This rhyming story sparks big imaginations and ends with an art activity young readers can do on their own. Donate: $25.
- If I Were a Dragon (Bilingual Edition) by Roger Carlson — Pre-K – K, ages 3–7, Bilingual. The bilingual Spanish and English edition of If I Were a Dragon, so every reader in a dual-language classroom can join the adventure. Donate: $25.
- If I Were a Dragon Interactive Coloring Book by Roger Carlson — Pre-K – K, ages 3–7. A coloring companion to If I Were a Dragon. Young readers color the dragon pages and retell the story in their own way. Donate: $25.
- A Celebration of Mothers in Rhyme by Roger & Mariana Carlson — Pre-K – K, ages 3–8. A rhyming love letter to mothers of every kind that celebrates the many ways moms care for their families. It is perfect around Mother's Day or for a family reading night. Donate: $25.
- A Celebration of Autumn in Rhyme by Roger Carlson — Pre-K – K, ages 3–7. A rhyming celebration of autumn's colors and changes. Teachers can pair it with a fall science unit or a nature walk. Donate: $25.
- A Celebration of Winter in Rhyme by Roger Carlson — Pre-K – K, ages 3–7. Gentle rhymes about how the world changes in winter. It is a cozy read-aloud for the colder months. Donate: $25.
- A Celebration of Spring in Rhyme by Roger Carlson — Pre-K – K, ages 3–7. Spring arrives in bright, bouncy verse. It is a natural fit for classroom units on plants, weather and growth. Donate: $25.
- A Celebration of Summer in Rhyme by Roger Carlson — Pre-K – K, ages 3–7. The summer book in Roger Carlson's Celebration in Rhyme seasons set. Pair it with Autumn, Winter and Spring to read through the whole year in verse. Donate: $25.
- The Day Slime Took Over the House by Roger Carlson (illustrated by Elena Bogatireva) — Grades 1–2, ages 5–8. Mariana and her dog Bella deal with a science experiment that goes hilariously wrong. With 36 illustrations, it is great for sparking curiosity and conversations about trying again. Donate: $25.
- The Costume Contest by Roger Carlson — Grades 1–2, ages 4–8. A neighborhood costume contest told in lively rhyme. It is a fun, inclusive pick for fall reading. Donate: $25.
- Ava and Aaron's Christmas Story in Rhyme by Roger Carlson — Grades 1–2, ages 4–8. A holiday story in rhyme about a surprise reunion and a family celebration. Its message about togetherness reaches well beyond the season. Donate: $25.
- A Valentine's Breakfast in Bed by Roger Carlson — Grades 1–2, ages 4–8. Siblings Aniyah and Andres plan a special surprise for the parents they love. It is a sweet story about kindness, teamwork and showing gratitude. Donate: $25.
- Ava and Aaron's Easter Story in Rhyme by Roger Carlson — Grades 1–2, ages 4–8. A spirited egg hunt at the local park, told in rhyme. It is full of friendly competition and springtime fun. Donate: $25.
- Mommy May Bloops by Roger Carlson — Grades 1–2, ages 4–8. A giggle-out-loud family story about the awkward moments everyone has. This kind of humor wins over reluctant readers. Donate: $25.
- Makenna the Mermaid by Roger Carlson — Grades 1–2, ages 4–8. A rhyming mermaid adventure and one of the newest titles in the Mariana Books Rhyming series (2025, 34 pages). Donate: $25.
- Makenna the Mermaid (Bilingual Edition) by Roger Carlson — Grades 1–2, ages 4–8, Bilingual. The bilingual Spanish and English edition of Makenna the Mermaid (66 pages). A natural fit for dual-language and English-learner classrooms. Donate: $25.
- Precious Moments with Dick and Jane by Roseann Woodka, PhD (illustrated by Elena Bogatireva) — Grades 1–2, ages 4–9. The true story of two rescued puppies, told in short vignettes that fit any attention span. The final section highlights nine values, including hope, loyalty, empathy, friendship and respect. Donate: $25.
- Double Trouble with Dick and Jane by Roseann Woodka, PhD — Grades 1–2, ages 4–9. Rescued dogs Dick and Jane continue their fun-filled lives, with plenty of sibling-style mischief and lessons about getting along. Donate: $25.
- Senior Living with Dick and Jane by Roseann Hotz Woodka, PhD (illustrated by Elena Bogatireva) — Grades 1–2, ages 4–9. Dick and Jane, the rescued dogs from Precious Moments and Double Trouble, put on their party hats for a birthday celebration full of friendship, family and kindness. Donate: $25.
- Togo the Incredible Dog by Roger Carlson — Grades 3–5, ages 6–10. The true story of the 1925 serum run to Nome, Alaska, when sled-dog teams raced medicine through a blizzard to save a town. It is a moving introduction to history, teamwork and bravery. Donate: $25.
- Mariana Meets President Lincoln by Roger Carlson — Grades 3–5, ages 7–10. Mariana travels back to 1861 and joins the Lincoln and Taft families as they prepare for Thanksgiving. This time-travel adventure makes history feel personal. Donate: $25.
- Washington's Riddles by Roger Carlson — Grades 3–5, ages 8–11. George Washington's Constitution has gone missing, and only a chain of riddles can bring it back. It is a puzzle-filled mystery that turns civics into a game. Donate: $25.
- Mariana Meets Blackbeard by Roger Carlson — Grades 3–5, ages 7–10. Mariana goes back in time to hunt for Blackbeard the pirate's gold. This swashbuckling adventure keeps readers turning pages. Donate: $25.

## Before you give (donation disclaimers)
- Payments are processed by PNC Bank on its secure payment page. Sponsor-A-School never sees or stores your card or bank account details.
- Book choices and school or library designations are requests. Sponsor-A-School keeps full control over how donated funds are used, as required for charitable gifts, and may substitute similar books or recipients if a request can't be filled.
- No goods or services are provided in exchange for your donation.
- Please keep your PNC payment confirmation. Sponsor-A-School will also send a written acknowledgment of your gift for your records.

## Gift acceptance
- Donations are used to buy new books and to support delivery, school visits and literacy programs.
- Donors may choose specific books and name one or more schools or libraries. These choices are requests: Sponsor-A-School retains full discretion and control over the use of all donated funds, as required for charitable contributions. We make every effort to honor each request; if one cannot be filled, the gift supports similar books or a school or library with similar needs.
- Monthly and annual gifts can be changed or canceled at any time. Just email us and we will stop future payments right away.
- If you believe a donation was made in error, contact us within 30 days and we will review it for a refund. Refunded gifts are not tax-deductible.

## Sponsors and donors
- Sponsor: Operon E2I LLC (https://operone2i.com)
- Donor: Operon E2I LLC, Oct 15, 2026, $30 (https://operone2i.com)

Full list: https://www.sponsoraschool.org/sponsors

## Fundraising goal
We're starting with $10,000 by December 31, 2026, then $500,000 by the end of 2027 and $1,000,000 by the end of 2028. Every $25 puts a brand-new book in a public school or library. Progress (as of 2026-10-06): $0 of $10,000 raised toward our 2026 milestone.

## Donor recognition levels and certificates
- Bronze: $25–$499 a year. Personalized certificate of appreciation; Bronze badge on the donor list (when you show your amount).
- Gold: $500–$1,999 a year. Personalized certificate of appreciation; Gold badge on the donor list; Name on the donor wall.
- Platinum: $2,000–$9,999 a year. Personalized certificate of appreciation; Platinum badge on the donor list; Logo or photo on the donor wall.
- Diamond: $10,000+ a year. Personalized certificate of appreciation; Diamond badge on the donor list; Featured as a Diamond sponsor on the Sponsors page.
Every gift of $25 or more earns a personalized, verifiable certificate of appreciation (not a tax receipt): https://www.sponsoraschool.org/certificate.

## Recurring gifts
Give once, monthly or annually at https://www.sponsoraschool.org/donate. $25 a month: A new book for a classroom or library every month. $90 a month: A four-book bundle every month. $300 a year: Twelve new books for a school or library each year. $1,000 a year: Sponsors a school-wide book delivery every year. Recurring gifts can be canceled anytime.

## Book bundles (10% off; choose how many sets)
- Celebration of the Seasons: 4 books, $90 per set (10% off $100). Read through the whole school year in verse: autumn, winter, spring and summer. Titles: A Celebration of Autumn in Rhyme; A Celebration of Winter in Rhyme; A Celebration of Spring in Rhyme; A Celebration of Summer in Rhyme.
- Holidays in Rhyme: 4 books, $90 per set (10% off $100). Christmas, Valentine's Day, Easter and Mother's Day stories for the classroom calendar. Titles: Ava and Aaron's Christmas Story in Rhyme; A Valentine's Breakfast in Bed; Ava and Aaron's Easter Story in Rhyme; A Celebration of Mothers in Rhyme.
- The Dick and Jane Collection: 3 books, $67 per set (10% off $75). All three true-story books about rescued dogs Dick and Jane, full of kindness, family and getting along. Titles: Precious Moments with Dick and Jane; Double Trouble with Dick and Jane; Senior Living with Dick and Jane.
- Bilingual & Spanish Shelf: 3 books, $67 per set (10% off $75). Spanish and dual-language editions for English learners and bilingual classrooms. Titles: Te Quiero Papá (Spanish Edition); Makenna the Mermaid (Bilingual Edition); If I Were a Dragon (Bilingual Edition).
- American History Adventures: 3 books, $67 per set (10% off $75). Meet Abraham Lincoln, George Washington and a famous pirate in stories built for grades 3 to 5. Titles: Mariana Meets President Lincoln; Washington's Riddles; Mariana Meets Blackbeard.
- Pre-K & Kindergarten Starter: 4 books, $90 per set (10% off $100). Letters, family and imagination for the youngest readers, plus a dragon coloring book. Titles: The World Famous ABC Book of Rhymes; I Love You Daddy; If I Were a Dragon; If I Were a Dragon Interactive Coloring Book.
- The Complete Rhyming Series: 13 books, $292 per set (10% off $325). Every English title in the Mariana Books Rhyming series, from the ABC Book to Makenna the Mermaid. Titles: The World Famous ABC Book of Rhymes; If I Were a Dragon; A Celebration of Mothers in Rhyme; A Celebration of Autumn in Rhyme; A Celebration of Winter in Rhyme; A Celebration of Spring in Rhyme; A Celebration of Summer in Rhyme; The Costume Contest; Ava and Aaron's Christmas Story in Rhyme; A Valentine's Breakfast in Bed; Ava and Aaron's Easter Story in Rhyme; Mommy May Bloops; Makenna the Mermaid.
- The Whole Collection: 26 books, $585 per set (10% off $650). One copy of every published book in the catalog: a complete classroom or library shelf. Titles: The World Famous ABC Book of Rhymes; I Love You Daddy; Te Quiero Papá (Spanish Edition); If I Were a Dragon; If I Were a Dragon (Bilingual Edition); If I Were a Dragon Interactive Coloring Book; A Celebration of Mothers in Rhyme; A Celebration of Autumn in Rhyme; A Celebration of Winter in Rhyme; A Celebration of Spring in Rhyme; A Celebration of Summer in Rhyme; The Day Slime Took Over the House; The Costume Contest; Ava and Aaron's Christmas Story in Rhyme; A Valentine's Breakfast in Bed; Ava and Aaron's Easter Story in Rhyme; Mommy May Bloops; Makenna the Mermaid; Makenna the Mermaid (Bilingual Edition); Precious Moments with Dick and Jane; Double Trouble with Dick and Jane; Togo the Incredible Dog; Mariana Meets President Lincoln; Washington's Riddles; Mariana Meets Blackbeard; Senior Living with Dick and Jane.

## Find a school or library
Search every U.S. public school (NCES directory) and public library (IMLS Public Libraries Survey), save them, and send books to them: https://www.sponsoraschool.org/school-visits#find.

## Publishing partner
Mariana Publishing (https://marianapublishing.com): Mariana Publishing is a hybrid children's book publisher based in Indiana. It creates high-quality picture books and early readers and helps new authors with editing, illustration, printing and publishing. Every book on our donation list comes from its catalog. Contact: info@marianapublishing.com, (574) 849-6890, South Bend, Indiana.
Author Roger Carlson: Roger Carlson is the author behind the Mariana Books, including the rhyming seasons series, Togo the Incredible Dog, and the Mariana Meets history adventures. He holds undergraduate degrees in Education (math and chemistry) from Indiana University and in Electrical Engineering Technology from Purdue University, plus an MBA from Indiana University. He has found his joy in writing children's books and managing their production.

## FAQ
Q: How do I pay?
A: Choose your books or an amount on the Donate page, add your details, then complete your payment on PNC Bank's secure payment page. Sponsor-A-School never sees your card or bank details.

Q: Can I choose the books?
A: Yes. Add any titles from our book list to your basket, or choose “Let Sponsor-A-School choose” and we'll pick the right books for each classroom.

Q: Can I choose which school or library receives my gift?
A: Yes. On the Donate page, choose “A specific school or library” and add its name, city and state, plus a contact person if you have one. You can name more than one. If you don't have a school in mind, we'll send your books where they're needed most.

Q: How are books chosen?
A: We select titles for reading level, quality, representation, and classroom appeal. You can see our current list on the Books page.

Q: How can a school or library receive books?
A: Teachers, librarians, and principals can nominate their public school or public library through the contact form by choosing "Nominate a School."

Q: Can I donate physical books?
A: We prefer monetary gifts so we can buy new books at the best price and match them to each school, but book drives are welcome. Contact us to coordinate.

## Contact
Email: info@sponsoraschool.org
Form: https://www.sponsoraschool.org/contact