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The Charms book series is an exciting middle grade fiction collection designed for kids ages 8–14 who love adventure, mystery, friendship, and big ideas — and for parents looking for books that do more than entertain. These stories follow smart, curious characters who solve problems, explore STEM concepts, and grow confidence through real-world challenges woven into fast-moving plots. Perfect for reluctant readers and strong readers alike, the Charms books combine page-turning fun with life skills like creativity, resilience, leadership, and critical thinking. Teens get stories they actually want to read, while parents and educators gain books that support growth, curiosity, and meaningful learning beyond the classroom.
Donate to a Literacy 501c3 Nonprofit for Youth, Education
and Reading Programs
If you’re looking for a meaningful way to donate to a literacy nonprofit, your support can make an immediate difference. Athenian helps girls ages 10–15 improve reading skills, build confidence, and explore real-world careers through books, career exploration, and hands-on programs. Your donation funds literacy programs, life skills training, and educational resources that prepare students for the 21st-century workforce—because reading is just the beginning.
1. Donate to a Program
Your donation equips girls with stronger reading skills, confidence, critical thinking, and real-world readiness. 100% of your contribution goes straight to the program you choose as book sales from the general public cover our operating costs.
Foster Futures Program – one book to one child.
Foster Futures Program – Charms Kit to one child.
Story Quest Kit – A complete book kit for a library.
Project Charms Virtual Author Talk – 50 books, 1 hour.
Project Charms Experience – 2 days, 100 kids.
2. Purchase Products
Your purchase sustains our operations, ensuring every program donation directly funds programs and student impact.
Books
starting at $14.99
T-Shirts
starting at $25.00
Drinkware
starting at $15.00
Hoodies
starting at $45.00
3. Wish List
Purchase an everyday essential from our Amazon Wish List.
4. Volunteer Your Time
Become a virtual volunteer online as a member of our SOCIAL SQUAD!
Your likes, shares, comments, and referrals help us reach more families searching for middle grade books, life skills programs, career exploration resources, and positive alternatives to screen time for girls ages 10–15.
Engagement also matters behind the scenes because strong community support is a key metric in grant funding and partnerships. It shows that this work isn’t just ours but that it is supported by people who see its value.
If you believe in helping girls build skills, confidence, and real-world readiness, join our Social Squad, share our work and help us reach more students.
Read more about the Volunteer Social Squad and fill out the form to become an official volunteer!
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5. Lead a Social Impact Program at Work
Be our CHAMPION and use the power of work to give back
Your workplace can be one of the most powerful tools for impact.
Many companies offer Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs that make it easy to support causes through employee giving, donation matching, and volunteer initiatives. By directing those programs toward Books That Build Skills, you can help fund literacy, life skills, and career exploration programs for students nationwide.
We are vetted and included on:
YourCause (search Athenian 84-2096687)
Benevity (search Athenian 84-2096687)
Millie Giving
These platforms allow you to:
- Launch employee giving campaigns
- Activate company matching donations
- Organize team volunteering opportunities
- Engage Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) in meaningful ways
Whether you’re an employee, manager, or executive, you can turn your workplace into a force for good.
Start a campaign. Rally your team. Multiply your impact.
Our Impact at a Glance
In just a few short years, Athenian has grown from a bold idea into a movement that is transforming how girls experience life skills. We don’t just teach skills, we build confidence, leadership, and a sense of belonging in industries where girls are often overlooked.
Books That Build Skills powered by Athenian isn’t just a Nonprofit... it’s a launchpad for girls who want to build, create, explore, design, engineer, write, fly, invent, and lead.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are you a 501(c)(3) organization or tax-exempt?
Athenian, Inc. is a fully registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with both the IRS and the State of Alabama, which means your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
Federal EIN: 84-2096687
Alabama Corporation Number: 001-105-484
What is the mailing address?
130 Inverness Plaza, Suite 217
Birmingham, AL 35242
How do I make a donation?
Our mailing address is: Athenian, 130 Inverness Plaza, Suite 217, Birmingham, AL 35242
When you donate through Athenian’s Stripe on Jotform, your gift goes directly to our programs. Aside from the standard 2.9% credit card fee, no additional third-party platform fees, tips or “cover the fees” are taken. We don’t use outside donation processors that add extra charges, your contribution stays with Athenian, and every payment is securely processed through Stripe.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept:
- Credit & Debit Cards
- ACH
- Wire transfers
- Donor Advised Funds (DAF)
When you donate through Athenian’s Stripe on Jotform, your gift goes directly to our programs. Aside from the standard 2.9% credit card fee, no additional third-party platform fees, tips or “cover the fees” are taken. We don’t use outside donation processors that add extra charges, your contribution stays with Athenian, and every payment is securely processed through Stripe.
Will I receive a receipt or acknowledgement?
What if my employer offers a matching gift?
Is my donation secure? What about online donation security and data privacy?
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