Donald Baxter Sr.

Retiree

Goal of $250 - Supporting 10 Children! Click Here To Contribute To Donald's Beards for Books Page!

Kindergarten is a formative learning year. It’s when children learn the skills that will help them adapt and succeed in later years of school. 61% of Muskegon County, 68% of Newaygo County, and 63% of Oceana County  3rd Graders are NOT reading at grade level according to the MSTEP. Currently, there is a 30 Million word gap between children who are read to versus those who are not. The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Muskegon, Oceana, and Newaygo counties helps our children prepare for kindergarten by delivering books right to their door.

Troy Bell

Ryan Bennett

Plumbers, Fitters, and Service Trades Local 174

Goal of $1,250 - Supporting 50 Children! Click Here To Contribute To Ryan's Beards for Books Page!

Kindergarten is a formative learning year. It’s when children learn the skills that will help them adapt and succeed in later years of school. 61% of Muskegon County, 68% of Newaygo County, and 63% of Oceana County  3rd Graders are NOT reading at grade level according to the MSTEP. Currently, there is a 30 Million word gap between children who are read to versus those who are not. The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Muskegon, Oceana, and Newaygo counties helps our children prepare for kindergarten by delivering books right to their door.

Walter Christophersen

IBEW Local 275

Goal of $500 - Supporting 20 Children! Click Here To Contribute To Walter's Beards for Books Page!

Why is Beards for Books Important?

Kindergarten is a formative learning year. It’s when children learn the skills that will help them adapt and succeed in later years of school. If more kids had the skills and abilities they need to be successful in school when they started kindergarten, they would have a greater opportunity to achieve success in high school and beyond. 61% of Muskegon County, 68% of Newaygo County, and 63% of Oceana County 3rd Graders are NOT reading at grade level according to the MSTEP. From kindergarten to grade 3, children learn how to read. From grade 3 through the rest of an individual’s life, they read to learn. If students are not proficient in reading by 3rd grade, then they will continue to struggle in school and comprehension, falling farther behind. Currently, there is a 30 Million word gap between children who are read to versus those who are not. The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Muskegon, Oceana, and Newaygo counties helps our children prepare for kindergarten by delivering books right to their door.

Jon Covington 

The Covington Group

Goal of $1.000 - Supporting 40 Children! Click Here To Contribute To Jon's Beards for Books Page!

Why is Beards for Books Important?
61% of Muskegon County, 68% of Newaygo County, and 63% of Oceana County 3rd Graders are NOT reading at grade level according to the MSTEP.
From kindergarten to grade 3, children learn how to read. From grade 3 through the rest of an individual’s life, they read to learn.
If students are not proficient in reading by 3rd grade, then they will continue to struggle in school and comprehension, falling farther behind.
Please join me as we work to destroy functional illiteracy❗️
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Jon
P.S. If I don’t raise my commitment my beard is 🪒 off 😢. Please help me!

Jason Finch

Plumbers, Fitters, and Service Trades Local 174

Goal of $1,000 - Supporting 40 Children! Click Here To Contribute To Jason's Beards for Books Page!

Why is Beards for Books Important?

Kindergarten is a formative learning year. It’s when children learn the skills that will help them adapt and succeed in later years of school. If more kids had the skills and abilities they need to be successful in school when they started kindergarten, they would have a greater opportunity to achieve success in high school and beyond. 61% of Muskegon County, 68% of Newaygo County, and 63% of Oceana County 3rd Graders are NOT reading at grade level according to the MSTEP. From kindergarten to grade 3, children learn how to read. From grade 3 through the rest of an individual’s life, they read to learn. If students are not proficient in reading by 3rd grade, then they will continue to struggle in school and comprehension, falling farther behind. Currently, there is a 30 Million word gap between children who are read to versus those who are not. The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Muskegon, Oceana, and Newaygo counties helps our children prepare for kindergarten by delivering books right to their door.

DJ Hilson 

Muskegon County Prosecutor 

Goal of $1,250 - Supporting 50 Children! Click Here To Contribute To DJ's Beards for Books Page!

It's that time of year when I get to grow a beard and raise money so kids in Muskegon County can read books for free. Please help me support the Dolly Parton Imagination Library and donate today.

Rich Houtteman

Consumers Energy

Goal of $1,000 - Supporting 40 Children! Click Here To Contribute To Rich's Beards for Books Page!

Kindergarten is a formative learning year. It’s when children learn the skills that will help them adapt and succeed in later years of school. 61% of Muskegon County, 68% of Newaygo County, and 63% of Oceana County  3rd Graders are NOT reading at grade level according to the MSTEP. Currently, there is a 30 Million word gap between children who are read to versus those who are not. The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Muskegon, Oceana, and Newaygo counties helps our children prepare for kindergarten by delivering books right to their door.

Ken Johnson

Mayor of the City of Muskegon, LPL Financial

Goal of $2,500 - Supporting 100 Children! Click Here To Contribute To Ken's Beards for Books Page!

Why is Beards for Books Important?

Kindergarten is a formative learning year. It’s when children learn the skills that will help them adapt and succeed in later years of school. If more kids had the skills and abilities they need to be successful in school when they started kindergarten, they would have a greater opportunity to achieve success in high school and beyond. 61% of Muskegon County, 68% of Newaygo County, and 63% of Oceana County 3rd Graders are NOT reading at grade level according to the MSTEP. From kindergarten to grade 3, children learn how to read. From grade 3 through the rest of an individual’s life, they read to learn. If students are not proficient in reading by 3rd grade, then they will continue to struggle in school and comprehension, falling farther behind. Currently, there is a 30 Million word gap between children who are read to versus those who are not. The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Muskegon, Oceana, and Newaygo counties helps our children prepare for kindergarten by delivering books right to their door.

Don Kalisz

Kindred Marketing

Goal of $1,200 - Supporting 48 Children! Click Here To Contribute To Don's Beards for Books Page!

I'm raising money for United Way of the Lakeshore and your contribution will help get books delivered to homes of Muskegon kids. Whether you donate $5 or $500. Every little bit helps! Thank you for your support.

Why is Beards for Books Important?

Kindergarten is a formative learning year. It’s when children learn the skills that will help them adapt and succeed in later years of school. If more kids had the skills and abilities they need to be successful in school when they started kindergarten, they would have a greater opportunity to achieve success in high school and beyond.

61% of Muskegon County, 68% of Newaygo County, and 63% of Oceana County 3rd Graders are NOT reading at grade level according to the MSTEP.

From kindergarten to grade 3, children learn how to read. From grade 3 through the rest of an individual’s life, they read to learn. If students are not proficient in reading by 3rd grade, then they will continue to struggle in school and comprehension, falling farther behind.

Currently, there is a 30 Million word gap between children who are read to versus those who are not.

The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Muskegon, Oceana, and Newaygo counties helps our children prepare for kindergarten by delivering books right to their door.

Facebook takes care of the donation processing with no fees so please give. 

Bryan Lambert

The Lambert Family Agency - Brightway Insurance

Goal of $1,250 - Supporting 50 Children! Click Here To Contribute To Bryan's Beards for Books Page!

J.J. Lewis

United Way of the Lakeshore

Goal of $1,250 - Supporting 50 Children! Click Here To Contribute To JJ's Beards for Books Page!

Why is Beards for Books Important? As a certified Class V Librarian, let me tell you ...
Kindergarten is a formative learning year. It’s when children learn the skills that will help them adapt and succeed in later years of school. If more kids had the skills and abilities they need to be successful in school when they started kindergarten, they would have a greater opportunity to achieve success in high school and beyond.
61% of Muskegon County, 68% of Newaygo County, and 63% of Oceana County 3rd Graders are NOT reading at grade level according to the MSTEP. From kindergarten to grade 3, children learn how to read. From grade 3 through the rest of an individual’s life, they read to learn. If students are not proficient in reading by 3rd grade, then they will continue to struggle in school and comprehension, falling farther behind. Currently, there is a 30 million word gap between children who are read to versus those who are not.
The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Muskegon, Oceana, and Newaygo counties helps our children prepare for kindergarten by delivering books right to their door. Help United Way of the Lakeshore and I make a difference ... donate today!

Gary Nelund

Mayor of Norton Shores | Gary Nelund State Farm

Goal of $1,000 - Supporting 40 Children! Click Here To Contribute To Gary's Beards for Books Page!

Kindergarten is a formative learning year. It’s when children learn the skills that will help them adapt and succeed in later years of school. 61% of Muskegon County, 68% of Newaygo County, and 63% of Oceana County  3rd Graders are NOT reading at grade level according to the MSTEP. Currently, there is a 30 Million word gap between children who are read to versus those who are not. The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Muskegon, Oceana, and Newaygo counties helps our children prepare for kindergarten by delivering books right to their door.

Michael Ramsey

City of Muskegon Commissioner & Trinity Health

Goal of $2,500 - Supporting 100 Children! Click Here To Contribute To Michael's Beards for Books Page!

Why is Beards for Books Important?

Kindergarten is a formative learning year. It’s when children learn the skills that will help them adapt and succeed in later years of school. If more kids had the skills and abilities they need to be successful in school when they started kindergarten, they would have a greater opportunity to achieve success in high school and beyond. 61% of Muskegon County, 68% of Newaygo County, and 63% of Oceana County 3rd Graders are NOT reading at grade level according to the MSTEP. From kindergarten to grade 3, children learn how to read. From grade 3 through the rest of an individual’s life, they read to learn. If students are not proficient in reading by 3rd grade, then they will continue to struggle in school and comprehension, falling farther behind. Currently, there is a 30 Million word gap between children who are read to versus those who are not. The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Muskegon, Oceana, and Newaygo counties helps our children prepare for kindergarten by delivering books right to their door.

Jack Russell

Rolar Productions

Goal of $3,000 - Supporting 40 Children! Click Here To Contribute To Jack's Beards for Books Page!

James Vander Hulst

ERN USA

Goal of $500 - Supporting 20 Children! Click Here To Contribute To Jame's Beards for Books Page!

 Kindergarten is a formative learning year. It’s when children learn the skills that will help them adapt and succeed in later years of school. 61% of Muskegon County, 68% of Newaygo County, and 63% of Oceana County  3rd Graders are NOT reading at grade level according to the MSTEP. Currently, there is a 30 Million word gap between children who are read to versus those who are not. The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Muskegon, Oceana, and Newaygo counties helps our children prepare for kindergarten by delivering books right to their door.

Bruce Walters

Gerber Life Insurance

Goal of $5,000 - Supporting 200 Children! Click Here To Contribute To Bruce's Beards for Books Page!

Dolly Parton is an inspiration to me and the way she gives back and builds communities makes me want to be a better person.  I am participating again this year to promote not just literacy but philanthropy: an active effort to promote human welfare.  Let's together make this world a better place!

Joe Zappacosta

Hackley Public Library

Goal of $400 - Supporting 16 Children! Click Here To Contribute To Ryan's Beards for Books Page!

I grew this beard (scruffiness) to promote books, but now I'm shaving it off for the exact cause. Would you like to join me in supporting this cause? I'm raising funds for United Way of the Lakeshore, and your contribution, whether it's $5 or $500, will go toward delivering books to kids in our region. Your support is greatly appreciated. Let's unite to inspire change and foster prosperous communities!