Donate Money

Would you like to make a difference in a prisoner's life?  All donations go directly to BTP operating costs including postage, wrapping paper, tape, and occasionally purchasing dictionaries or other books. We are an all-volunteer staff, so no money goes to salaries or staffing.

Make checks payable to Books To Prisoners.

Books to Prisoners
c/o Left Bank Books
Box A, 92 Pike Street
Seattle, WA 98101

Note: We provide receipts only for donations over $100. If you would like a tax-deductible receipt, please make your check over $100 to
"A W.I.S.H." (A World Institute for Sustainable Humanity). They are our sponsoring organization and can provide a tax-deductible receipt.

People who donate over $100 receive a free BTP t-shirt! Include size and color information with order. 

If you do NOT want a receipt for your donation, you can donate using PayPal.

Prison Facts

In 2004, over 2.1 million people were in jail or prison in the United States.

In 2004, 24 state prison systems were operating at or above their highest capacity. The federal system was 40 percent over capacity.

An estimated 1 of every 15 persons (6.6%) will serve time in a prison during their lifetime

32% of black males will enter State or Federal prison during their lifetime, compared to 17% of Hispanic males and 5.9% of white males

- Statistics from U.S. Dept. of Justice, http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/