Sponsor a Child — The Children's Literacy Mission

Dear Community Supporter,

The Children's Literacy Mission was created to place books into the hands of children across the country — helping them build confidence and emotional connection through storytelling.

When you sponsor a book, you are not just giving a child a story. You are giving encouragement, reassurance, and comfort.

Just $20 places a book into the hands of a child.

Apply to sponsor

Why This Mission Matters

Kobe the Koala Book Series was inspired by real experiences and created with love. Your sponsorship directly places a book into the hands of a child who can benefit from positive encouragement and connection.

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    Confidence

    Navigate real-life challenges with confidence.

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    Kindness & empathy

    Encourages kindness, empathy, and positive friendships.

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    Resilience

    Builds emotional resilience, courage, and self-esteem.

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    Problem-solving

    Teaches problem-solving through fun, relatable adventures.

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    Connection & literacy

    Brings connection, comfort, wellness, and literacy together through storytelling.

    Sponsorship Opportunities

    Apply to sponsor

    • Bronze — 5 children

      $100

      Helps place books directly into the hands of five children. Contributes to building confidence, safety awareness, and emotional growth. Recognition as a supporter of the 485 Children's Mission. Social media appreciation.

    • Silver — 12 children

      $240

      Provides books for a small group of children or program participants. Supports literacy, emotional development, and positive behavior education. Digital Certificate of Community Impact. Social media appreciation acknowledgment.

    • Gold — 25 children

      $500

      Helps reach an entire classroom or youth group. Recognition as a Community Support Sponsor. Featured appreciation on social media platforms. Physical Certificate of Community Impact.

    • Platinum — 50 children

      $1,000

      Provides books for multiple classrooms or community programs. Recognition as a Gold Sponsor of the 485 Children's Mission. Logo or name placement on website sponsor page. Social media appreciation. Physical Certificate of Community Impact.

    • Diamond — 100+ children

      $2,000+

      Sponsor a school or community program. Recognition as a Community Champion Sponsor. Prominent logo or name placement on website. Dedicated sponsor spotlight on social media. Certificate of Community Impact. Video shoutout as a leader in supporting children's literacy and wellness.

      Diamond Sponsors help expand the reach of the 485 Children Mission by supporting larger groups, classrooms, schools, or community programs.

      Apply to sponsor

      What's included

      The retail value of each book is $18.99.

      Sponsorship pricing includes:

      • The autographed book
      • Shipping and handling
      • Mission distribution support
      • Author signature
      • Program administration
      • An extra treat for the child

      You may choose any amount that feels meaningful to you.

      Suggested Impact Amounts

      • $100 — Support 5 children
      • $240 — Support 12 children
      • $500 — Support 25 children
      • $1,000 — Support 50 children
      • $2,000+ — Sponsor a school or community program

      • Sponsor Recognition

        Sponsors are impact partners. Sponsors may receive:

        • Recognition on our website
        • Social media appreciation posts
        • Certificate of community impact
        • Opportunity to dedicate books in honor of someone
        • Acknowledgment as a literacy and wellness supporter

        We are grateful for every sponsor who joins this mission.

      • Where Sponsored Books Go

        Sponsored books may be distributed to:

        • Schools and classrooms
        • Community organizations
        • Youth programs
        • Families in need
        • Literacy initiatives
        • Children across the United States

        Sponsorship FAQ

        Why does sponsorship cost $20 per child if the book is $18.99?

        Sponsorship supports more than the book itself. It helps cover distribution, program coordination, and outreach to ensure books reach children who will benefit most.

        Just $20 puts a book into a child's hands.

        Are sponsorships donations?

        Sponsorships are community partnerships that support children through literacy and school confidence initiatives. Many businesses participate as part of their community outreach efforts.

        How are sponsored books distributed?

        Books are provided to daycare programs, elementary schools, and community organizations to support children and families.

        Can I choose how many children to sponsor?

        Yes. You may sponsor any amount.

        Examples:

        • $100 — 5 children
        • $240 — 12 children
        • $500 — 25 children
        • $1,000 — 50 children
        • $2,000 — 100 children
        • Custom — Any number of children

        Do sponsors receive recognition?

        Yes. Sponsors may receive website recognition, social media acknowledgment, and a Certificate of Community Impact depending on sponsorship level.

        Our goal is simple — reach children who will benefit from encouragement and confidence-building stories.

        About The Book

        Kobe the Koala and the School Bus Mission is the first book in the exciting Kobe's State-to-State Missions Series, where a brave little koala leaps into real-life situations to help children feel confident, safe, and supported.

        Inspired by a school bus driver with 13 years of experience, this story highlights the funny, surprising and sometimes unsafe things that can happen on the bus. When Kobe senses the bus driver needs help, he jumps in with courage and heart to gently teach kids important safety rules in a way that feels fun and unforgettable.

        Perfect for parents, teachers, transportation departments, and anyone teaching young children how to stay safe on the school bus.

        Primary Mission Statement

        Our mission is to place Kobe the Koala and the School Bus Mission into the hands of daycare and elementary school students nationwide, helping children build confidence, emotional awareness, and positive behavior through storytelling.

        By placing this story into children's hands, we aim to help them:

        • Feel confident in new or challenging situations
        • Understand positive behavior and responsibility
        • Build emotional awareness and empathy
        • Strengthen connections with family and caregivers
        • Experience comfort through stories that reflect real-life experiences

        Our Ask

        We are seeking sponsorship from businesses, organizations, and community partners to help provide Kobe the Koala and the School Bus Mission to children in daycares and elementary schools nationwide.

        The goal is to sponsor books for classrooms, youth programs, and community groups so children can benefit from stories that promote confidence, safety awareness, positive behavior, and emotional connection.

        By supporting this initiative, sponsors help ensure that more children have access to meaningful reading experiences that encourage learning, comfort, and family engagement.

        A Message From the Author

        “As a grandmother and children's author, I created Kobe to bring comfort, connection, and encouragement to children. Knowing that this mission can reach children across the country means everything to me. Thank you for being part of something meaningful.”

        Annette Bentley-Smith
        Author & Creator of Kobe's Story-Time Plush-Tales
        CEO, AnneCorp Literary Works LLC
        mrsanniebooks@gmail.com
        770.601.5561

        Apply to sponsor

        Sponsorship Opportunities

        • Visibility

          Community Champion Recognition

          Custom sponsors may receive:

          • Recognition on our website
          • Social media appreciation posts
          • Certificate of community impact
          • Opportunity to dedicate books in honor or memory of someone
          • Acknowledgment as a literacy and child wellness supporter

          We are grateful for every Community Champion who helps us reach children across the country.

        • Community Impact

          Our impact centers on helping children develop confidence, safety awareness, emotional understanding, and positive decision-making through engaging storytelling that supports learning and overall well-being.

        • Primary Brand Association Statement

          By partnering with Kobe's Story-Time Plush-Tales and the 485 Children Mission, your organization demonstrates a commitment to children's literacy, safety awareness, emotional development, and community well-being. Sponsors are recognized as supporters of initiatives that positively impact families and help children build confidence through meaningful storytelling experiences.

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