Mission
Barbershop Books is a nonprofit organization that focuses on improving literacy among Black boys by providing child-friendly reading spaces in barbershops. Through their innovative programs, they aim to promote reading as a fun and culturally relevant activity, helping children identify as readers and improving their overall reading achievement.
Basic Information
Founded in
Not Reported
EIN
46-4377279
Total Assets
$395.2 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance
Reading So Lit
An innovative reading identity development platform for grades PK-5.
E-Library
A collection of fun storytime videos and diverse, independently published e-books.
Barbershop Books Program
Engaging Black boys in reading through culturally relevant programming in barbershops.
Impact Stats
Grant Amount
Awarded $200,000 Learning Solutions Grant
Barbershop Books was awarded a significant grant from NewSchools Venture Fund to develop their Reading So Lit platform.
Increase in Reading Identity
Improved Reading Identity
Participants in the Barbershop Books program show a greater likelihood to identify as readers.
Our Programs
Barbershop Books
An award-winning program that implements early literacy programming in neighborhood barbershops.
Learn MoreE-Library
A collection of fun storytime videos and high-quality, independently published e-books from diverse authors.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
Testimonials
"I learned why my son loves Captain Underpants – it’s as silly as he can be – and that the genre is OK for beginning readers."
Ersula R.
Parent
"He was able to participate in a program with peers and an instructor that reflected him. He really enjoyed participating in the program."
Sharon M.
Parent
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
49
36
/100
Program Expense Ratio
71.94%
8
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.1056
18
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.4205
6
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 857.3K | 100.00% |
| Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
| Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Revenue | 857.3K | 100.00% |