This Mother’s Day week we’re celebrating one of our own! Proud mom Patricia, outreach coordinator for the Children’s Trust Books for Free program, brings thoughtfulness, fun, and heart to every part of her work – and it shows.
What’s a small detail you always try to get right?
I try to keep our shelves stocked with as many diverse books as we can get our hands on. Representation is key to building an inclusive and accepting society, and that starts in childhood.
What’s a moment on the job that’s really stuck with you?
My first community event was really special! Seeing the joy that children express when they find a book they like, and it’s free? That’s a priceless thing to witness.
What’s something that people don’t realize goes into making the program run smoothly?
We need a lot of support from the community. Book donations keep the program alive, and many of the books we receive come from people who care about our mission. Those donations are vital to keeping our shelves stocked and building awareness, two things that are a huge help in allowing us to continue serving children in our community.
We’re so grateful for the passion and warmth that Patricia brings to our shelves and our team. Happy Mother’s Day to her and to all the caregivers helping to build a more curious, all-embracing world through books!
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