The Book Industry Charitable Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We strive to maintain the highest levels of transparency and are proud to be designated as a GuideStar Platinum Seal organization.

Established in 1996, the core program provides assistance to bookstore and comic store employees and owners who have a demonstrated financial need arising from severe hardship and/or emergency circumstances. Since its inception, the organization has provided over $11 million in financial assistance and scholarships to more than 10,000 families.