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Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization based in St. Paul, Minnesota. Our mission is to be a catalyst for building community, inspiring readers, and expanding book access for all through a global network of volunteer-led Little Free Library book-exchange boxes.

Our vision is a Little Free Library in every community and a book for every reader. We believe all people are empowered when the opportunity to discover a personally relevant book to read is not limited by time, space, or privilege.

For more information about Little Free Library, please visit https://littlefreelibrary.org/

Melanoma, a skin cancer that is often lethal but, when found early, is easily cured in an outpatient setting without a need for follow-up chemo or radiation. The American Cancer Society predicts 200,340 new U.S. cases of melanoma in 2024; It can strike anyone from preteen to elderly. I have devoted the past 23 years to educating teen students and adults about self-detection and prevention of melanoma.

For more information, please visit https://skincheck.org

Rhino's Foundation supports individuals and families affected by cancer in Western Wisconsin. For today, tomorrow, and years to come, Rhinos will continue to support those fighting by providing direct cash donations and more to the community. 

For more information, please visit https://rhinosfoundation.org/ .

Since 2001, showing a proven approach to addressing critical issues, Angel Foundation™ has distributed more than $14 million in emergency financial assistance and provided over 54,000 program services to local adults with cancer and their families. Our Emergency Financial Assistance program remains the backbone of our mission. For more information, please visit https://mnangel.org/

H2O for Life offers a service-learning opportunity designed to engage, educate and inspire youth to take action to solve the global water crisis by raising awareness and funds to support implementation of water, sanitation and hygiene education projects for global partner schools.

For more information, please visit https://www.h2oforlifeschools.org/ 

Drawing from personal experiences, Restored by the Storm provides a profound exploration of how individuals navigate tumultuous phases in their lives, encompassing both personal and professional realms. It addresses heart-wrenching questions that arise when life takes a sudden, unexpected turn, leaving one to grapple with the reality of a disrupted existence.

This inspiring testament to the human spirit's resilience emphasizes the potential blessings hidden in life's trials. Advocating for a steadfast, positive attitude rooted in faith, it provides hope and guidance to a wide range of audiences, including Christians, those seeking life's purpose, business owners, and individuals facing medical challenges and other seemingly insurmountable situations.

A tale of survival and a beacon of hope, Restored by the Storm shows that control in life is often limited to one's attitude and effort, especially when navigating through turbulent times. It reveals that life's trials and failures are as instructive as its successes, underscoring the importance of learning and growing stronger from these experiences. Highlighting the role of faith in finding strength and restoration, the story encourages embracing a new normal with gratitude and redefining success on one's own terms, fostering optimism for a future aligned with one's life purpose.

Restored by the Storm instills a sense of inspiration essential for anyone seeking to find meaning and strength in the midst of life's storms, assuring them that there is still much to achieve and cherish, even after significant losses.

Available everywhere books are sold. Learn more at www.billderrick.com