Say "FIRST BOOK" to help strengthen childhood literacy in North Alabama

Neighbor Helping Neighbor.  Join FBNA this Friday, May 6th at the Jones Valley Barnes and Noble in Huntsville where we will be accepting donations to provide books for local children affected by last week's devastating storms.  We are the special guests of local author Beck McDowell who will be signing copies of her book, Last Bus Out.  The fun starts at 6:30!  And remember to say "First Book" at the time of purchase at any Barnes and Noble from May 6th-8th to help us strengthen literacy in North Alabama.  

Not in North Alabama?  Use ID number 10443018 at any Barnes and Noble nationwide or online for a portion of the proceeds to benefit First Book-North Alabama.

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First Book- North Alabama Donations

First Book provides new books to children in need, addressing one of the most important factors affecting literacy - access to books. An innovative leader in social enterprise, each year First Book distributes millions of free and low-cost books to disadvantaged children and the programs that serve them.

Formed April 27, 2010, First Book-North Alabama is committed to making a difference in the lives of children right here in the Tennessee Valley.  To show our appreciation for their commitment we have donated select printing services. Check out these adorable folded stationery cards. Mecca Musick, from FBNA, requested cards that looked like books! What do you think? These were printed on 110 lb Linen Cardstock. 

What else does FBNA need? Bookmarks of course! Their main focus is books so the obvious paper choice for a card full of information is a bookmark! 

Their goal in 2011 is to put 30,000 new books in the hands of children in North Alabama. You can help: all it takes is $2.00 to buy a book.

Give a book - make a difference. Make an online donation.

First Book-North Alabama is made up of volunteers from throughout the community. We are always looking for passionate volunteers who want to make a difference in children's lives. If you are interested in volunteering with First Book-North Alabama, email us at northalabama@firstbook.org.

Donations made by Belle Announcements

Belle Announcements is proud to donate 10% of our profits to a few small non-profit organizations including Brock Rocks and ChemoAngels. We have recently jumped on board with First Book North Alabama. 


First Book North Alabama was formed in April of this year and is "committed to making a difference in the lives of children right here in the Tennessee Valley". It is shocking and sad that there are homes with no books at all. One of the cutest things my 16 month old does right now is read books with us. She selects a book from the shelf, plops down in our lap and turns the pages. When the book is done, she gets up for another one until we have a pile of 15 books next to us. If you sit on the floor with her, she will let you read to her for hours. It is my desire and the desire of Belle Announcements to bring that joy to all children,


Here is a card design that we printed on folded cardstock for First Book North Alabama. While we would love to take the credit for the design, it was designed by Mecca M. 


We thank Mecca and the First Book North Alabama for giving us the opportunity to work with you and we look forward to the continued events!

"Unbelievably gorgeous cards for our non profit!  Belle Announcements was kind enough to donate their time and considerable design skills to turn our rough idea into beautiful thank you cards for our sponsors.  The cards are so appreciated, thank you Belle Announcements for your beautiful work!  We tell everyone we know about Belle Announcements!"  - Mecca M. for First Book North Alabama.