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Suncoast Credit Union Helps Out
“We would like to thank Suncoast Credit Union for supporting our Build That Bus campaign!" announces Bess The Book Bus. "Their generosity will enable us to build an efficient and reliable vehicle that can reach more children in Tampa Bay, giving students the access...
On The Road – Lake Charles, LA
On the road again in the rain. However, it didn't dampen our spirits one bit! Bess the Book Bus brings hundreds of books to Calcasieu students The reporter that filed this video wasn't deterred either! Watch as she is all smiles with her report! ...
“Build That Bus!” Roll-Out
We adapted our events to meet Covid protocols and with some creativity and “elbow grease”, we managed to keep distributing books safely. Our new bus will carry 9 rolling carts, this feature will make our distribution event set up and scheduling more efficient but...
Bess The Book Bus Pivots in Tampa Bay
Bess the Book Bus pivots its programming in order to serve Tampa Bay. The Patch
Bess The Book Bus, Inc. To Receive $35,000 In Community Investment Funding From United Way SuncoastCOAST
United Way Suncoast has awarded $35,000 in Community Investment funding to Bess the Book Bus, Inc. for their Community Book Distribution. TAMPA, FL – July 9th, 2020 – Bess the Book Bus, Inc. is pleased to announce that they will be receiving $35,000 in Community...
National Pandemic Coverage on Bess The Book Bus
So excited to receive some national news coverage with our trip to the Navajo Nation, that we had to share. We are heart sick to see how the pandemic is having such a devastating impact on an area we love. People Salt Lake City Tribune The Washington Post
Bess and The Washington Post
Recently an article featuring Bess The Book Bus and children of the Navajo Nation was featured in the venerable The Washington Post. It highlighted the difficulties with marginalized populations not having access to online learning. We have received amazing...
Bess The Book Bus in Tampa Bay
We're happy to share these local news stories about Bess The Book Bus and serving during the pandemic! WTSP Report ABC Action News WFLA
The Children’s Board of Hillsborough County
The Children’s Board invests in partnerships and quality programs to support the success of all children and families in Hillsborough County.
Mercedes-Benz USA
Mercedes-Benz Vans USA donated the current incarnation of Bess the Book Bus, a 2011 Mercedes- Benz Sprinter 3500.
Lightning Foundation
In 2011, Lightning owner Jeff Vinik, along with his wife, Penny, launched the Lightning Community Hero program, which is a collaboration of the Vinik Family Foundation and the Lightning Foundation, to distribute $10 million to deserving Heroes and non-profits...
CITGO Fueling Good
The CITGO Fueling Good® Program is a philosophy that transcends our geographic and socio-economic boundaries and encourages everyone to get involved in their community and share the responsibility for improving the lives of others. The principles of Fueling Good can...