We turned one big goal into three fun projects. Pick your favorite, donate $5, and unlock exclusive perks!

Blk + Brwn Book Designers Inc. is a 501(c)(3) literary nonprofit dedicated to reshaping the future of the publishing industry by making design accessible. We empower an international community of designers with career development opportunities and interactive workshops on book design, illustration, and art direction.

No matter your skill level or favorite genre, we have something for you.

YOUR DONATION supports our daily operations that will continue to create opportunities and access for book designers and illustrators to succeed within the publishing industry.

$5 For everyday tools that keep the board and volunteers organized and communicating across emails, scheduling, and planning upcoming events and workshops
$10 Supports outreach and resources that we provide for students, an exclusive community, and independent authors
$50 Offer a part-time paid internship for 3 interns (1 per operation season)
$75 Contributes to financial tracking and accountability tools for us to manage our bookkeeping software and annual filings
$100 to $200 Supports professional and administrative costs
$500 Towards long-term protection and sustainability that will cover insurance, trademark, and our future

DONATION PERKS

$5-25+

Early access to events and workshops before the public

$50+

Early access to events and workshops before the public
Automatic raffle for a limited-edition tote bag (1 entry per person)

$100+

Early access to events and workshops before the public
An exclusive merch boxset of limited-edition merch

$250+

Early access to events and workshops before the public
An exclusive merch boxset of limited-edition merch
Exclusive invite to a private industry mixer with publishing professionals
Spotlight as top donor on website, newsletter, social media, and annual report

All Donors will receive a

Personalized Thank You
Tax-deductible

Perks will be given at the end of the donation period. Donors who contribute to more than one project will receive the perks associated with each donation. Supporting all three projects may include additional recognition or bonus perks as a special thank-you.

OUR HISTORY
According to the latest industry survey, the 2023 Diversity Baseline Survey from Lee & Low Books results were 4.6% Hispanic, 8.4% Multi-racial, 5.3% Black/African American, and 1% Native American/First Nations. There is still a need for an important conversation and action to push forward diversity within the industry.

Blk & Brwn Book Designers Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, and all donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. EIN 99-3562143

Chapter 1: Operation Fund

Blk + Brwn Book Designers Inc.