“I wish I could describe for you how great it is to receive anything in the mail, especially books! Almost like it’s Christmas in July!”

—Amelia, MN

“Thank you very much for the books and everything your organization does. It means a lot and is encouraging to see others care. Please know what y’all do is worthwhile!

-Alan, KS

“Thank you very much—you have no idea how a person in my situation can be moved by something as receiving three books. I am in a maximum security facility where I have no TV or radio, so reading is all I have to stay sane! Please know I honestly appreciate the donors and volunteers from Midwest Books to Prisoners and I wish all of you nothing but the best of health and life. Thank you!”

—N

“Let me tell all of you how much we all appreciate all that you do for us inmates. By sending books for us to read, it helps us do the time a little easier. I have read all the books you have sent and as you asked have passed them on. When he is done he will do the same.”

—Kevin

“I appreciate you taking the time out of your lives during these trying times to help not only me, but those that need something to get away though they’re still trapped inside. You guys provide a great service. I’m grateful for, and to all the volunteers. I just wanna say thank you! God Bless! And continue the good work!”

—Damen, IL

“Thank you so much for the calculus textbook! I will study it to further my understanding of this science and I hope to tutor others with it as well. This will help me pursue my dreams of someday becoming an engineer.”

—F, KS

“Just because someone is in prison doesn’t mean they have to quit growing and learning. One of the best ways to learn is to read, so your mission of sending books to prisoners is magnanimous.”

—Mark, NE

“Books help to pass the time, learn about history, and expand the mind. For me, they help me enhance my writing style and learn from other published authors. Thank you so much!”

—S, MO