Mission & Purpose

The Elaine Stallings Book Exchange provides a safe space to inspire and uplift underserved girls and young women through reading and the exchange of ideas.

What is Elaine Stallings Book Exchange?

The Book Exchange is a welcoming, inclusive space where girls and young women can collaborate while reading, dreaming, and exchanging ideas. Our libraries will include titles from various authors, a coffee house, and casual seating to discuss books, dreams, and ideas.

Core Values

Educate. Advocate. Empower.

• We educate girls and young women through reading and create a space where they can freely access the information they need for learning, growth, and empowerment.

• We advocate for girls and young women by actively working to dismantle barriers to learning and create spaces that are accessible, welcoming, and beneficial for all.

• We empower girls and young women to cultivate curiosity and form ideas by questioning the world and accessing information from diverse viewpoints.