Field journal · DRC

First journal to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

What book scarcity looks like in a classroom that is still trying to teach children to read.

Literacy

The gift of wonder

Public record

A moment of record: 501(c)(3) public charity

Service

An unforgettable journey with GiveReads

Programs

Collect, move, place, read

Give · EIN 93-2383547

Books for children. Opportunity for life.

Tax-deductible gifts to a New York public charity, to the extent allowed by law.

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The experience of a volunteer

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The last mile is a shelf, not a photograph

Webster, NY

Incorporated July 13, 2023

A charity to put books in children’s hands

GiveReads Charity Incorporated is a New York not-for-profit corporation and an IRS-recognized public charity under IRC §501(c)(3). We exist to provide books and educational resources to children in impoverished communities. Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.

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Seven offices of a U.S. public charity

President, officers, directors, and program leadership — the people accountable for the work.

On the record

New York incorporation · DOS 6936334
NY
IRS exemption effective
501(c)(3)
IRS Letter 947 · public charity §170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
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Calendar year ending December 31 · Form 990 series required
990

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President

Zhiheng Xu

Principal officer (Candid/GuideStar, EIN 93-2383547). Webster, New York.

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Vice President

Marcus A. Bennett

Deputy officer of the board; supports governance and program oversight.

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Secretary

Elena Rostova

Corporate secretary; minutes and records under New York N-PCL.

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Treasurer

David K. Chen

Oversight of charitable assets and Form 990-series reporting.

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Director

Sarah Jenkins

Voting member of the board of directors.

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Director

Amara Okafor

Voting member of the board of directors.

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Program Director

Brian Miller

Operational lead: source, move, and place books with children.

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