Beyond The First Day
Supporting students beyond the first day of the school year.
Through this initiative, Banned Literary Dept. is working to ensure students across Jamestown Public Schools have access to the resources they need – not just in August, but throughout the entire year.
Why This Matters
At Banned Literary Dept, we believe that knowledge is power. And access to education, books, and learning is what shapes future opportunity.
When students are worried about what they’re going without, whether it’s food, basic supplies, or everyday essentials, it becomes harder to focus, participate, and fully engage in the classroom.
Right now, many families are being asked to stretch more than ever. Rising costs are forcing difficult trade-offs – and students feel that in the classroom. This is where their future begins.
Because the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and creators are sitting in classrooms today.
And they deserve the ability to focus on learning not on what they’re missing.
What Your Support Provides
Books
Expanding access to reading, literacy, and the tools that shape how students understand and move through the world.
Backpacks
Fully stocked backpacks to help students start the year prepared and confident.
Care Closets
Ongoing access to food, hygiene products, clothing, and essentials throughout the school year.
Where Your Support Lands
All funds and donations are pooled and distributed based on school and district needs, with a small portion used to support the operational costs of running and sustaining the initiative.
Shop & Give
Add a book for a student at checkout on any Briar Road order or shop the wishlist directly on Amazon!
Our Partners
This initiative is carried out in partnership with Jamestown Public Schools and Scholastic.
Together, we are working to ensure students have access to the resources they need – both in the classroom and beyond.
