Our inaction in times of inequality only maintains a racist system that murders and exploits the most marginalized.

50% of the net proceeds will be donated to NYC Books Through Bars, a volunteer-based community organization that mails matched book requests to people in prisons.

"The violences of prison are many. The denial of access to education and contact with the outside world is one. With our work, we aim to address educational inequity. Prisons have slashed educational programs and the federal government still denies Pell Grants to those in prison. We provide education, but NYC BTB also bridges a gap between the incarcerated and the ?free? world. Our work decreases isolation and empowers those behind bars by providing resources and community.

Many prison libraries are understocked and out of date. For those with low literacy levels or limited English-language skills, the obstacles to resources are redoubled. We have often received letters written on behalf of cellmates with these language barriers. Many envelopes contain requests from multiple people because each person cannot afford the postage to send their own letter. Requesters often seek educational materials, such as English-language dictionaries, GED, writing, math, or Spanish-language books.

Our books, we are often told, enjoy wide circulation among those inside. Our recipients tell us that the books we send are cherished and greatly improve their quality of life. Moreover, we strive to connect people in prison to radical literature?prisons intentionally preclude access to such resources. Many of the incarcerated who write to use request books on indigenous resistance and history, queer and trans sexuality, feminism, and more."

This will be a reoccurring donation. The donation receipts will be documented on Facebook and Twitter.

The designer of this product advocates for prison abolition, and is not affiliated, nor is the spokesperson for the organization listed above. All opinions are the designer's own unless otherwise noted.