Natalie's Everyday Heroes update: Bernie's Book Bank 1 step closer to opening in Milwaukee County
GLENDALE, Wis. (CBS 58) -- Bernie's Book Bank is one step closer to opening its doors in Milwaukee County.
Natalie Shepherd first introduced us to Bernie's last year when we visited their facility in Illinois.
The nonprofit is expanding its mission to solve the literacy crisis among kids in our area.
The ribbon has officially been cut on Bernie's Book Bank's new warehouse in Glendale. Mayor Bryan Kennedy was on hand to welcome Bernie's to the neighborhood.
Eight thousand books will be distributed to children across our area from this new location in Glendale.
Solving the literacy crisis in children is founder Brian Floriani's life's work. A brick outside is dedicated to his inspiration, and dad, Bernie.
We saw Bernie's Book Bank in action at Milwaukee's Victory School last year. Kids get eight books each year, from birth through 6th grade.
Bernie's Book Bank serves kids in WIC facilities, early childhood centers, Title I schools, and schools with more than 40% free and reduced lunch.
The grand opening for Bernie's Book Bank in Glendale will be held Oct. 22.
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