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Donate to Lifting L² Literacy

Open Books is a non-profit organization focused on transforming lives through reading, writing, and the unlimited power of books with a strong commitment to partnering with communities in Chicago. Lifting L² Literacy 2026 takes place on Friday, June 12, 2026 being held at the American Writers Museum from 6pm – 9pm.

The evening of live music, curated cocktails, delectable cuisine features Carla Bruni, who will do a special presentation from her latest book, “Chicago Homes: A Portrait of the City’s Everyday Architecture”. This fundraiser will, more importantly, be an evening with the purpose of supporting our vision and mission.

Donation Opportunities

Lifting L² Literacy Invitation(s) - $150 per person
Each $150 donation goes directly to Open Books and delivers one (1) personalized invitation to the 2026 Lifting L² Event. $120.00 of every $150.00 donation is tax deductible.

L² Lagniappe (Something Extra) Donations
Please consider donating more than the $150 for the Lifting L2 Literacy event with these ‘Lagniappe’ (something extra) ways you can support Open Books.

L² Reading Builder - +$50
Can provide books and supplies for up to two (2) 1st or 2nd graders in Open Books Reading Buddies program

L² Youth Builder - +$100
Can support Open Books' Little Free Libraries in North Lawndale

L² Childhood Literacy Builder - +$250
Can support supplies for an Open Books eight-week Early Childhood Literacy Residency in at-home daycares

L² Resource Builder - +$500
Can support the development of resources for parents and caregivers in Open Books' target communities

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Open Books is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit literacy organization. A portion of your donation is considered tax-exempt under federal law and IRS guidelines and a member of the Open Books team will share a tax receipt that acknowledges that portion at the conclusion of this event.

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