Write to Read BC is a project. Its finances are managed, reported, and audited by a registered charitable society in BC.
We publish reviews and research studies about our volunteer project work, for transparency. Below, we detail our financial relationships with sponsors and supporters. We also list our leadership team.
Research reports and studies
In 2025, Simon Fraser University funded an assessment of our project work. SFU hired a researcher to conduct the study and report on the analysis.
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Supporters and sponsors
The Write to Read BC project’s finances are managed, audited, and reported by the Rotary Club of Steveston-Richmond. Its office is:
Rotary Club of Steveston-Richmond charitable society
12111 3rd Avenue
Richmond, BC
Canada, V7E 3K1
Supported by sponsors across BC
Write to Read BC is a project sponsored by many individuals and businesses who donate time and money, and who donate services. This includes book storage, transportation, and computer support, as well as equipment and building materials, free or at cost. Some businesses also give cash toward construction, communication fees, or computers and tablets. Skilled workers manufacture library shelving and furniture for each library that needs them, using materials we buy at cost from a retailer.
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Leadership team
Write to Read BC is a volunteer-run organisation. The leadership team includes:
- Co-lead Dr Shirley Pat Gale.
- Co-lead Bob Blacker.
- Administrator Gordon Yusko.