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Boys & Girls Aid’s Diversity & Inclusion Book Drive is designed to help readers of all ages see themselves reflected in ...
10/21/2026

Boys & Girls Aid’s Diversity & Inclusion Book Drive is designed to help readers of all ages see themselves reflected in stories and celebrate who they are. That’s why this week we’re highlighting "Not He or She, I’m Me" by A.M. Wild and Kah Yangni!

A winner of the Stonewall Book Award, this colorful picture book tells the story of a non-binary child getting ready for a typical day at school. Widely acclaimed for its joyful depiction of gender euphoria, "Not He or She, I’m Me" encourages readers of all ages to practice empathy, embrace self-expression, and celebrate their identity.

See our full list of recommended book donations and learn how to get involved with our Diversity & Inclusion Book Drive at boysandgirlsaid.org/inkind-donation!

10/19/2026

“The most rewarding part of being a foster parent is seeing the growth in the kids.” 💚

You can help provide youth in foster care with the support they need to build lifelong stability by becoming a foster parent with Boys & Girls Aid. Hear from longtime foster parent Hillary about her experience with Boys & Girls Aid, then visit boysandgirlsaid.org/fostercare to learn how you can take the first step to become a foster parent today!

Looking for a good YA page-turner to give to this year’s Diversity & Inclusion Book Drive? Consider donating a copy of o...
10/12/2026

Looking for a good YA page-turner to give to this year’s Diversity & Inclusion Book Drive? Consider donating a copy of our Book of the Week, "A Blade So Black" by L.L. McKinney!

The first novel in McKinney’s Nightmare-Verse series, "A Blade So Black" is an irresistible urban fantasy retelling of "Alice in Wonderland". The story centers around Black teenager Alice Kingston, who, after the death of her father, becomes a guardian of the portal between Atlanta and Wonderland. Praised by Booklist for “breathing new life and fierce empowerment into Carroll’s classic,” this imaginative Afrofuturist fantasy novel resonates with readers of all ages.

See our full list of recommended titles and learn more about how to get involved with our Diversity & Inclusion Book Drive at boysandgirlsaid.org/inkind-donation.

10/08/2026

🎶 It's DAF Day, DAF Day! 🎶

We are so excited to be part of DAF Day, a nationwide day of philanthropy that encourages giving through donor-advised funds!

Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are the fastest-growing charitable giving vehicle in the U.S. Last year, 42% of millennials who made a charitable contribution, donated through a DAF and, on average, their donations were larger compared to older DAF donors.

So, if you're in your philanthropy era ... and you know all the original words to this song, it may be the perfect time to set up a DAF of your own!

Head to boysandgirlsaid.org/legacyplanning to learn more about DAFs and to designate Boys & Girls Aid as a recipient in yours today!

10/07/2026

Every young person deserves to fall in love with reading through a good book they can see themselves in.

In this week's new episode of Tea Time With Margaret, Margaret sits down with Ashley Messer, Boys & Girls Aid's Donor Relations and Community Outreach Manager, to get the story on this year's Diversity & Inclusion Fall Book Drive and the impact a book donation can have on the young people in our programs.

Visit boysandgirlsaid.org/inkind-donation to learn how you make a difference!

As we turn the page to fall, we’re excited to announce that our annual Fall Diversity & Inclusion Book Drive is back!Eve...
10/01/2026

As we turn the page to fall, we’re excited to announce that our annual Fall Diversity & Inclusion Book Drive is back!

Everyone deserves to see themselves reflected between the covers of a good book. That’s why we’re collecting books that celebrate diverse racial and gender identities, abilities, religions and cultures for the youth in our programs.

Head to boysandgirlsaid.org/inkind-donation to check out our list of recommended titles and to learn how you can make a contribution to this year’s drive!

Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are the fastest-growing charitable giving vehicle in the U.S. They offer the immediate tax be...
09/29/2026

Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are the fastest-growing charitable giving vehicle in the U.S. They offer the immediate tax benefits of a donation, while giving you the flexibility to choose which organizations receive your gift when you're ready to give.⠀
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On Thursday, October 8, Boys & Girls Aid is joining thousands of nonprofits for DAF Day , a national day of giving through donor-advised funds. To join in, simply designate Boys & Girls Aid as a recipient in your DAF.⠀
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Swipe through for an overview of the benefits of giving through a DAF, then head to boysandgirlsaid.org/donoradvisedfunds to read our recent interview with Jill McIlroy, Sr. Philanthropic Advisor with U.S. Bank, and learn more about how you can make a DAF contribution to Boys & Girls Aid.

09/25/2026

🫖💡 Did you know that setting up a donor-advised fund (DAF) can be a great way to teach your children about philanthropy and charitable giving?

In this episode of Tea Time with Margaret, Margaret and Angie deep dive on DAFs: what they are, how they work, and why you may want to start one. You’ll also learn about Boys & Girls Aid’s participation in this year’s DAF Day on October 8, a national day of giving through donor-advised funds.

Head to boysandgirlsaid.org/legacyplanning to learn more about supporting Boys & Girls Aid through a donor-advised fund!

Just a little over one year ago, 24 year old Tyler was living out of his van. What motivated him to seek out support was...
09/24/2026

Just a little over one year ago, 24 year old Tyler was living out of his van. What motivated him to seek out support wasn’t his own comfort, but the well-being of his dog Rex.

"I wanted to do it for him, honestly," Tyler shares. "I was really just thinking, 'He shouldn't be out here,’ you know? I wanted to make my life better for him."

With the help of Boys & Girls Aid, Tyler and Rex were able to move in to a quality, affordable one-bedroom townhouse apartment, complete with an in-unit washer and dryer. Now, empowered by the stability of a place to call home, Tyler has been taking major steps towards his long-term goals.

"The Boys & Girls Aid program has definitely given me a higher work ethic," Tyler says. "I can do a lot more than I could when I was living in the van, because I don't have to figure out how to take care of the basic stuff."

Visit https://www.boysandgirlsaid.org/stories/2026/shelterandhousingmonthtyler to read Tyler’s full story, and learn more about how your support makes it possible for young people experiencing homelessness to transition into safe, stable housing.

09/18/2026

Pour yourself a welcoming glass of Moroccan Mint tea and settle in for a special Shelter & Housing Month episode of Tea Time with Margaret, our new series exploring how you can make an impact with Boys & Girls Aid.

In this episode, Margaret and Angie sit down with Drew Williamson, Senior Director of Shelter & Housing services at Boys & Girls Aid, to explore how monetary and material donations help support the young people in our programs who are experiencing homelessness and transitioning into stable housing.

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9320 SW Barbur Boulevard
Portland, OR
97219

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