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We want to hear from you. Your feedback helps guide the programs that put books and learning materials into the hands of children who need them most. Please take a few minutes to complete our survey and share what matters most to you.

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1) Do you believe in First Book's mission to level the educational playing field for children in need by providing high-quality books and resources at little or no cost?

Yes

2) In what ways have you engaged with First Book? Please select all that apply.

I donate to First Book.

A friend or family member is a Member of First Book.

I am a current or former employee of First Book.

I am a current or former employee of one of First Book's partners (corporate or non-profit).

I have attended First Book's events.

I follow on social media.

I have visited the website.

Other

2a) Other - Please specify:

Please specify:

2b) How frequently do you engage with First Book?

How frequently do you engage with First Book?

Weekly

Monthly

Every few months

Yearly

Rarely or never

Other

2b-i) Other - Please specify:

Please specify:

3) We like to send supporters like you occasional emails with updates including videos, stories, and information about how we are making an impact on your behalf. Would you like to receive these updates? (You can opt out at any time).

Yes I want to receive occasional emails with updates.

Not at this time.

4) Which aspects of First Book's work are most meaningful to you?

Please rank the following according to their importance to you, with First Priority being your highest priority.

You may only select one answer for each option.

First Priority	Second Priority	Third Priority	Fourth Priority

Supporting children’s learning and literacy—I want every child to have access to books and the tools they need to succeed.

First Priority

Second Priority

Third Priority

Fourth Priority

Empowering educators and leaders—I believe teachers and program leaders deserve the resources and training to help every child thrive.

First Priority

Second Priority

Third Priority

Fourth Priority

Promoting equity and opportunity—I care about closing the learning gap for children in underserved communities.

First Priority

Second Priority

Third Priority

Fourth Priority

Making a lasting impact—I want my support to drive meaningful change and create opportunities for generations of children.

First Priority

Second Priority

Third Priority

Fourth Priority

5) Was there an influential person in your life who inspired your appreciation of First Book?

Yes

5a) If yes, please indicate their relationship to you.

If yes, please indicate their relationship to you.

Parent/grandparent

Spouse/partner/significant other

Child/children

Other family member

Friend

Teacher or professor

Other

5a-i) Other - Please specify:

Please specify:

6) When thinking about future generations, how important is it to you that First Book continues to distribute books and educational resources to educators and programs serving children from low-income communities?

Of utmost importance

Very important

Somewhat important

Not very important

Not important at all

7) Supporters often recognize the need to help First Book in our efforts to offer free and discounted educational resources and books. Would you consider furthering our work in any of the following ways?

I already have	I am likely	I am somewhat likely	I am not likely

Donating online with a credit card

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Mailing a check

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Talking with a gift officer face-to-face or on the phone about making a substantial impact

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Making a recurring contribution

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Donating from a Donor-Advised Fund

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Donating from a Family Foundation

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Giving appreciated assets (such as personal or business stocks or bonds, land or rental real estate, etc.)

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Giving property (such as jewelry, artwork or a car)

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Transferring a portion of my IRA account to First Book (Qualified Charitable Distribution)

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Making a charitable gift that provides a lifetime income to me or my loved ones

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

8) Many people like to include a gift to charity in their will or estate plan to support causes that are important in their life. Would you consider including a gift to First Book to transform the lives of children in need?

I have included a gift for First Book in my will, trust, or by beneficiary designation.

I am interested in making this type of gift to First Book.

Not now, but in the future I would definitely be interested in making this type of gift to First Book.

Not now, but in the future I might possibly be interested in making this type of gift to First Book.

I am not interested in this type of gift.

8a) Please tell us about your legacy gift:

Please tell us about your legacy gift:

I planned this gift in honor or in memory of someone.

First Book may use this gift where it will do the most good.

8a-i) Please provide the name of and/or association with this person:

Please provide the name of and/or association with this person:

Would you like us to provide additional information to help with your decision?

Smart Ways to Make an Impact Now

Simple Ways to Create Your Legacy

How to Create or Update Your Estate Plans

9) How does First Book rank in comparison to other non-profits you may support?

My top choice for charitable giving

Near the top of my list

Middle of my list

Bottom of my list

Not on my list

9a) Do you have any friends/colleagues/family members with similar interests who would consider supporting the mission and vision of First Book?

Do you have any friends/colleagues/family members with similar interests who would consider supporting the mission and vision of First Book?

Yes

9a-i) Please let us know the most convenient way to connect:

Please let us know the most convenient way to connect:

I would like to introduce the person(s) to First Book on my own.

I would like First Book to provide me with resources to share with the person(s).

10) We would love to hear your story. If you would like, please share a special memory or experience with First Book.

11) About You (optional)

Age

Under 40

40 - 49

50 - 59

60 - 69

70 - 79

80 - 89

90+

Gender

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Prefer not to specify

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What is your marital status?

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Which of the following best describes your family?

No children

One child

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Please tell us the highest level of education you completed:

High school graduate or equivalent

Some college

Associate's degree

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Please select the option(s) that best describes your professional life.

Working full time

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Retiring within 5 years

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Volunteering

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