2023

1 Thessalonians 5:18 - In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.

Dear Friends of AUDIOBOOK Ministries,

As the leaves begin to change and a cozy chill fills the air, we are excited to reconnect with you in our Fall Newsletter. Your support has been instrumental in our mission to bring the joy of literature and knowledge to those who are visually impaired. We are grateful for your continued partnership and the positive impact we are making together.

Here's what's happening at AUDIOBOOK Ministries this Fall:

1. **New Audiobook Releases**: We've been hard at work producing new audiobooks that cater to a wide range of interests. Whether it's classic literature, self-help, or the latest bestsellers, we strive to provide a diverse selection for our listeners. With 4 new narrators, we are able to increase our production.

2. **Enhanced Accessibility**: Our commitment to accessibility is stronger than ever. We are constantly updating our platform to ensure an enjoyable listening experience for everyone, including those with disabilities. You will see later in the newsletter that I am looking for help from our patrons.

3. **Community Engagement**: We are actively engaging with our community through conventions and mission Sundays. These activities provide an excellent opportunity for our patrons to connect with us and share what services we have available.

4. **Volunteer Opportunities**: AUDIOBOOK Ministries thrives on the dedication of our volunteers. If you have time to spare and a passion for audiobooks, consider joining our team of dedicated volunteers. There are many ways to get involved, from narrating books to assisting with technical support.

5. **Fundraising Efforts**: Your support is crucial to our sustainability. We will be launching a Fall Fundraising Campaign to ensure that we can continue to expand our collection and maintain our commitment to making audiobooks accessible to all. This is the end of the year giving campaign, and many of you will receive a letter from us soon.

6. **Feedback Welcome**: We value your input and encourage you to reach out with your suggestions and ideas for improving our services. Together, we can make AUDIOBOOK Ministries even better.

7. **Upcoming Events**: Keep an eye out for exciting events in the coming months, including our annual Holiday potluck I will let you know as soon as I have a date.

We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support and belief in our mission. Together, we are making the world of literature more accessible to all, regardless of their physical limitations. Your generosity and enthusiasm inspire us every day.

If you have any questions, or ideas, or would like to get involved, please don't hesitate to reach out. Our team is always here to listen.

Thank you once again for being a vital part of AUDIOBOOK Ministries. Wishing you a cozy and blessed Season. I will be sending out a Christmas message when we get into December. As for now, have a blessed Thanksgiving.

If you know anyone who is a grant writer and would like to join the AUDIOBOOK Ministries team, please let us know. You do not need to be local.

AUDIOBOOK Ministries getting out into the community.

We would appreciate your help. If you only have a few hours or tons of time, we need you at AUDIOBOOK Ministries to help us grow and serve. We need to fill a couple of Board member seats. Update: We are now going to be meeting during the day. We still have room for more board members if you are interested.

Email me a: lvanderroest@audiobookministries.org

or call the office at 206-243-7377.

Thank you to our donors

Kroger Rewards Benefit AUDIOBOOK Ministries

If you shop at Fred Meyer stores and have a Rewards Card, you can now link your card to AUDIOBOOK Ministries so that we can benefit from the dollars that you spend shopping at Fred Meyer. Fred Meyer Community Rewards donates up to $625,000 per quarter to non-profits. Customers will continue to receive the Rewards Points, Rebates, and Fuel Points they're used to getting, but now their dollars will earn donations to ABM.

Signing up is simple: After logging in (or creating an online account), search for AUDIOBOOK MINISTRIES. Complete the signup process, and you will be good to go! Feel free to share this information with anyone you know who also shops at Fred Meyer.

How Can You Help Us?

Matching Gifts: Your gift can be doubled or even tripled if you or your spouse work for a company with a matching gift program. All you need to do is ask your human resources office for information.

Tribute Gifts: What better way to honor someone special than to donate to AUDIOBOOK Ministries? This works for celebrating a special birthday or other milestones and a memorial. We list these donations in our newsletter every quarter.



Bequests: Have you considered where you would like to leave your legacy? A charitable bequest can be tailored to various circumstances and provides an unlimited tax deduction for estate tax purposes. In a last will and testament, you may stipulate a specific cash donation to AUDIOBOOK Ministries or state a percentage of your gross assets. We also accept stock donations; contact our office for the correct procedure and forms. As always, we thank you!

Gifts In Memory and Honor 

Giving monetary gifts is a beautiful way to remember or honor a loved one, friend, neighbor, or co-worker while supporting our ministry.

Mission Statement

Statement   

"To provide wholesome, inspirational recorded material for people who cannot read due to blindness, visual impairment, or other disabilities. We aim to share the pure joy of reading through books that inspire, entertain, and provide encouragement, comfort, and hope."

About Us

AUDIOBOOK Ministries is a ministry dedicated to making Christian literature accessible for all. We are a Christian lending library with over 3,300 audio titles - inspirational, faith-based books, recorded by volunteers and mailed nationwide to share God's love and the joy of reading with people who have

reading-related disabilities.

Our services are free.

If you know of someone who can benefit from our services, please visit our  

website or email us 

for more information and an application.