Bookmobile News

Community Foundation Sonoma County and Bread for the Journey Sebastopol are two of our most important partners.  After having the pleasure of working with a number of their officers I can tell you they both exemplify the kind of positive spirit that helps small non-profits like the Free Bookmobile thrive.

A little history: the very first funding the Free Bookmobile received towards purchase of our fabulous vehicle came from Bread for the Journey Sebastopol (BFJ). BFJ board members Sharon Bard and Toni Winter met with bookmobile director Glen Weaver very early in the process and reassured him he was on the right track! Their support has continued to be fundamental to the Free Bookmobile’s success, and in fact Sharon now sits on the Literary Arts Guild board as well.

Last week she boosted our cause yet again, working with Community Foundation Director of Philanthropic Services Miguel Ruelas to co-host an important donor-awareness event.  This lovely afternoon gathering was a big step in getting the word out to folks who support literacy in Sonoma County, and resulted in a crucial matching grant opportunity for the Free Bookmobile as well. Huge thanks to co-hosts Sharon, Miguel, and Julia L. Grant!