Announcements - Binc Foundation

Binc Announces Winner of Carla Gray Memorial Scholarship for Emerging Bookseller-Activists

ANN ARBOR, MI -- A Massachusetts bookseller committed to preventing overdoses in their community has won the seventh Carla Gray Memorial Scholarship for Emerging Bookseller-Activists awarded by the Friends of Carla Gray Committee and the Book Industry Charitable (Binc) Foundation. Kaylee Tada from Brookline Booksmith in Brookline, MA, will

ANN ARBOR, MI – Two booksellers have been selected to receive a $12,500 prize that provides the aspiring writer-booksellers with the financial support to focus on a full-length manuscript. The Susan Kamil Emerging Writers Prize was established by Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter and bestselling author Charles Duhigg and his wife

ANN ARBOR, MI—The Book Industry Charitable (Binc) Foundation is accepting applications for the Carla Gray Memorial Scholarship for Emerging Bookseller-Activists Sept. 1-20, 2025. The winning bookseller will be awarded a year-long scholarship for professional development, which includes travel and hotel to attend Winter Institute 2026, travel and hotel to attend their

Bookshop.org and Two Trees Press Donate in Support of Book and Comic People

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ANN ARBOR, MI—Bookshop.org and Two Trees Press, publisher of Among Friends: An Illustrated Oral History of American Book Publishing and Bookselling in the 20th Century, have joined forces to support the Book Industry Charitable Foundation.

"We are happy to support Binc’s mission with a $5,000 gift," said Buz Teacher, publisher of

ANN ARBOR, MI–The Book Industry Charitable (Binc) Foundation is pleased to announce the winners of two scholarships managed by the foundation—the Macmillan Booksellers Professional Development Scholarship and the George Keating Memorial Scholarship. The Macmillan scholarship allows booksellers from underrepresented groups to attend their region’s independent book association trade show.

There’s Still Time to Help Binc Meet Increased Need and Rising Grant Amounts

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ANN ARBOR, MI—After successfully meeting the matching gift offered by Binc ambassador and best-selling author Amor Towles and other authors/creators, the Book Industry Charitable (Binc) Foundation is extending the Now More Than Ever, I Stand with Stores campaign to reach the stretch goal of $200,000—just another $15,000 to get there.

“We’re

ANN ARBOR, MI—Dozens of authors and creators from across genres have joined the Book Industry Charitable (Binc) Foundation to declare their commitment to book and comic people. Their support is launching the Now More Than Ever, I Stand with Bookstores campaign to engage book and comic lovers in standing with their

Binc Opens Application for Macmillan Professional Development Scholarships

The Book Industry Charitable (Binc) Foundation and Macmillan Publishers are proud to announce that applications are open for the Macmillan Booksellers Professional Development Scholarship which provides $750 to booksellers traditionally underrepresented within the industry to attend their region’s fall trade show. Applications are accepted May 12-31, 2025.

The scholarship

Applications for Binc’s Kamil Writers Prize Open March 25, 2025

Thanks to the Susan Kamil Emerging Writers Prize administered by the Book Industry Charitable (Binc) Foundation, two aspiring writer-booksellers or creator-comic retailers will receive $12,500 to focus on a full-length manuscript. The application period will start March 25 and run through April 22, 2025. To learn more about eligibility

Binc Awards Denver Publishing Institute Scholarship to Colorado Bookseller

Jessilen Henderson, a bookseller and floor manager at Maria’s Bookshop in Durango, Colorado, has received the Book Industry Charitable (Binc) Foundation’s scholarship to attend the Denver Publishing Institute’s (DPI) four-week summer program to learn about the publishing arm of the book industry. The scholarship is offered in collaboration with

Binc Awards Four Scholarships to ComicsPRO Industry Meeting

The Book Industry Charitable (Binc) Foundation has awarded $750 scholarships for the ComicsPRO industry meeting in Glendale, CA, February 20-22, 2025, to four comic retailers.

Erik Jones, Four Color Fantasies, Winchester, Virg.; Andrea Gilroy, Books with Pictures, Portland, Oregon; and Zacharie Lasiter and Shannon Merritt, 901 Comics, Memphis, Tenn.,

Ten aspiring and brand-new bookstore owners from California to Florida were selected as the second cohort of BincTank, the Book Industry Charitable (Binc) Foundation’s business incubator pilot program to support Black, Indigenous, and People of Color-owned retail bookselling businesses that are physically located in their community. The 10 entrepreneurs,

Note: Thanks to your generous support, we've met our matches but the need is still there, and now is the time to Stand with Book & Comic Stores. Your contribution will provide the gift of peace of mind and hope when they are facing the devastating impact of the
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Applications Open for Binc Scholarship to 2025 Denver Publishing Institute

Applications are open for current booksellers from a physical bookstore interested in learning about the publishing arm of the industry to apply for a scholarship to attend the Denver Publishing Institute (DPI). The scholarship, offered by the Book Industry Charitable (Binc) Foundation in collaboration with Sourcebooks and the Denver Publishing Institute

Three book and comic industry leaders have joined the Book Industry Charitable (Binc) Foundation board of directors. They bring a variety of experiences, from book buying and store ownership to manga expertise. In addition, Chris Morrow, former owner of Northshire Bookstore, will continue to serve as president and historical

Binc Offers Two Scholarships to ComicsPRO Industry Meeting

The Book Industry Charitable (Binc) Foundation will provide two $750 scholarships for comic store owners and their employees to attend the ComicsPRO industry meeting in Glendale, CA, February 20-22, 2025. The funds may be used for travel, replacement wages, lodging, and meals; ComicsPRO will cover the registration fee for

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Annette's Beach Book Nook

During Hurricane Ian a storm surge of over 8 inches wiped it and many other stores and homes out. Thanks to the help from Binc I was able to pay my mortgage, giving me the time to concentrate on what to do next. I'm happy to say I will be opening Annette's Beach Book Nook on Fort Myers Beach by the end of summer.

“Thank you, thank you to Binc. I recently was laid off from the bookstore I work at due to COVID-19 and I applied for assistance, which they quickly delivered. It means so much to my family that this wonderful foundation has done for us at this uncertain time.”

— Bookseller helped after losing their job

“I am so grateful to Book Industry Charitable Foundation. The Governor of my state has deemed bookstores non essential and has closed them due to the Covid outbreak. To me, books are as essential as breathing. I have worked at my bookstore for 19 years and am a single mother. Binc helped me pay my mortgage. They did so with grace, compassion and very quickly. I am forever thankful for their assistance. I will remember these dark days and the help Binc provided to me and my child. Thank you.” — Julie

“I was at the NAIBA trade show in August and chatted with the folks at the Binc table and learned about the My Medical Journal publication. My husband is a family practice doctor and his office is in the same building as me. When I ordered and received a copy of My Medical Journal, I brought one down to him and left it on his desk with a post-it note. Within the HOUR, a patient stopped up and wanted it. This showed me that he also immediately saw the value of it and how it would solve a problem his patient was expressing of seeing a lot of different doctors and forgetting information. He showed it to her and she came right up to the bookstore to buy the copy!” — Joanna Robertson

“Working with Binc has been overwhelmingly positive. When my family had a medical emergency, they were quick to respond to my request for assistance. The communication and follow up has been exceptional, and Binc provided helpful contacts and resources in addition to their financial assistance. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Binc to anyone looking to donate, or to anyone in the book industry that needs assistance. They really are exceptional at their work.” — A bookseller helped through a medical emergency

“Binc is incredible. I lost a molar to a failed root canal and my dentist recommended a dental implant but there was no way I could afford it, even with dental insurance. I applied for assistance and was approved so quickly and easily that I was overjoyed.” — Nottoothless

I cannot thank Binc enough for helping me through a very difficult time in my life. I was struggling mentally spiritually and financially after fleeing my abuser. after opening up to my managers about my situation they all recommended Binc. I seriously appreciate the work that Binc does, I was scared and my mental health was declining, but they provided me with 2 months of therapy for free and paid 2 months of my rent to help me get back on my feet. the process was extremely easy and I want to thank Judey for being so patient kind and understanding with me as we worked through the process! such a beautiful compassionate organization I'm very grateful for Binc! — HYSBOOKS123

“I reached out to Binc after my supervisor recommended them, and sure enough, they turned out to be my heroes. They worked with me quickly, efficiently, and moreover kindly. They cared that I was afraid and worried, and wanted to help as much as they could. The process for getting help was easy and uncomplicated, and they ended up helping me find affordable care, as well as approving financial assistance for the entire dental work bill! They took care of all of it! I’d never been so grateful. It’s already scary not knowing if you can afford groceries, but having someone do everything they can to make sure that that fear isn’t pushed further is amazing. I cannot recommend applying, or donating, to this foundation enough: they care far more than is ever asked of them, and do more than anyone ever needs to.” — A bookseller helped with dental work

I work as a Bar and Cafè manager at an independent bookstore in Colorado. My wife and I fell on hard times when she lost her job abruptly. My boss pointed me in the direction of the Binc Foundation. The process was very straightforward and Judey was amazing. We are so honored and thankful for the financial help. We will definitely be donating to the cause once we are all ship shape again! We are truly thankful for this organization and the people who make it all happen! — Spencer517

A huge thank you Binc for helping me out during a difficult time emotionally,, mentally and financially. Judey was especially amazing and so kind and helpful. Thank goodness for Binc and it's supporters. Binc is the best! I look forward to when I can pay it forward! Keep up the great work! Thank you! — KG Chicago, IL

I found out at the last minute that my landlord was selling the place I was living in and I would need to move by the end of the month. I couldn't afford to start a new lease and didn't know what to do. When I shared what was going on in my life with a colleague, he told me to contact Binc. Judey got back to me almost immediately. I had been so upset about everything that I was honestly trying not to cry when I was on the phone explaining my situation. But Judey put everything in perspective and assured me we would figure things out and that's exactly what she did. This week, Binc sent a check to my new landlord to cover my first months rent. It was such a huge relief when I found out there was help for me. Getting help when I needed it the most meant the world to me. — ellegee

Binc Announces Winner of Carla Gray Memorial Scholarship for Emerging Bookseller-Activists

Binc Announces Winners of Emerging Writers Prize

Applications Open Sept. 1 for Carla Gray Memorial Scholarship for Emerging Bookseller-Activists

Bookshop.org and Two Trees Press Donate in Support of Book and Comic People

Binc Announces Winners of Annual Scholarships to Support Professional Development and Diversity in the Bookselling Industry

There’s Still Time to Help Binc Meet Increased Need and Rising Grant Amounts

Binc Launches Fundraising Campaign to Meet Increased Need and Rising Grant Amounts