ACH of the following companies has contributed time and resources to the All Books for Children Holiday Book Buy. The Boys & Girls Clubs of America, with more than 1,800 clubs across the country, will distribute the new books to the kids in early 1998. To learn more about each organization, visit their homepages below:

ABC, Inc.

"ABC is very pleased to be a part of this extraordinary campaign. Literacy is fundamental to successful participation in our society. We are committed to increased public awareness of this important issue."
 — Stephen B. Burke, President, Broadcasting

Boys & Girls Clubs of America

"All Books for Children gives Boys & Girls Clubs members the one tool they need for future success -- books and the opportunity to read. This program supports our nationwide initiative to enhance the academic achievement of the youth we serve, and we're proud to partner with these caring companies in this effort."
 — Roxanne Spillett, President

Disney Publishing

HarperCollins Children's Books

"We are proud to partner with Starbucks and the other partners to give books to one million children to enjoy this holiday season. From Goodnight Moon to Charlotte's Web, HarperCollins is synonymous with the very best in quality children's literature. Our goal is to work with Starbucks to help improve literacy by providing children with these wonderful books."
 — Susan Katz, President and Publisher

Host Marriott Services Corporation

"Host Marriott Services is proud to be a partner in the All Books for Children Holiday Book Buy. I can think of no greater gift for our youth this holiday season than the gift of knowledge."
 — Bill McCarten, President and CEO

Ingram Book Group

"Children need books, and I can't imagine a better holiday present to so many young Americans. The team has set an ambitious goal -- one million new books into the hands of deserving young people -- but that's the way great things are accomplished. All the associates of Ingram Book Group are delighted to be able to help make this happen."
 — John R. Ingram, Chairman of the Board

Scholastic Inc.

"Promoting literacy by putting books into the hands of children is central to Scholastic's mission. We are delighted to play a role in this unique partnership that enables children to receive the precious and lasting gift of a book."
 — Richard Robinson, President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board

Starbucks Coffee Company

"Every participant in this project plays an integral role, including the public. Working together, we've forged a campaign to help more kids unlock their imaginations, increase their self-confidence, and build the skills necessary for future success by putting books into their hands and encouraging them to read."
 — Howard Schultz, Chairman and CEO

UPS

This literacy program is a unique and ideal way to get quality books into the hands of many of our nation's children. UPS is especially pleased to be a partner in a project that will have such a positive impact on so many children."
 — Rick Campana, Vice President of Marketing

USA TODAY

"The ability to read permits a child to grow, learn, and imagine. The All Books for Children program allows people everywhere the opportunity to change the life of a child by simply making a small donation. With all of the proceeds going directly to buying books, boys and girls nationwide have the opportunity to reach their full potential. USA TODAY is honored to partner with such a worthy effort."
 — Tom Curley, President and Publisher