LI realty firm launches book drive with The Book Fairies

Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty and the Daniel Gale Foundation have partnered with The Book Fairies, a Hicksville-based literacy nonprofit, to launch a community book drive that began on Monday, March 2.

“We know that every child should have access to books and the joy of reading, yet many face barriers to getting them,” said Eileen Minogue, executive director of The Book Fairies. “Through this partnership with Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty and the Daniel Gale Foundation, we can help more families build home libraries and give children the tools they need to succeed.”

The drive will collect new and gently used children’s books, young adult titles, and family-oriented reading materials to be distributed through The Book Fairies’ programs — which source and redistribute books to schools, classroom and home libraries, community centers, shelters, and other partners that serve high-need neighborhoods on Long Island and in New York City.

Collection bins for book donations are located at participating Daniel Gale offices across Long Island and New York City.

“Reading unlocks opportunity, inspires curiosity, and builds confidence in children of all ages,” said Deirdre O’Connell, CEO of Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty. “We are honored to partner with The Book Fairies to help ensure more children have access to the books they deserve, not just for school, but for a lifetime of learning, discovery, and joy.”

To learn more about The Book Fairies, visit thebookfairies.org.