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Even in Tough Economic Times the Educational Publishing Industry Embodies Spirit of Service and Philanthropy

Recent survey by Association of Educational Publishers (AEP) shows member donations to education totaling more than $4.8 million annually

Logan Twp., NJ--June 10, 2009--In tough economic times it is often hard to get companies to think in philanthropic terms. Yet, there is one industry that has not abandoned this mantra, especially when their expertise is needed most--the educational publishing industry. In a recent survey of its more than 300 members, the AEP found that as an industry its members have donated more than $4.8 million in educational materials and more than 30,000 volunteer hours annually.

Comprised of both small and large publishers, as well as service providers and associations serving the learning community, AEP's membership embraces the vision of a thriving educational publishing industry that provides quality materials for every educator and student. Many companies donate to local schools, charities, and non-profits, as well as education associations. Other initiatives include:

• Providing scholarships to student teachers and donating student teacher starter kits;
• Assisting scientists in the pedagogical and didactical field to finish their doctorates;
• Donating materials to churches and schools that have been hit with a disaster such as a tornado, fire, or hurricane;
• Helping with a homeless shelter education program; and
• Contributing time and money to non-education related programs such as Habitat for Humanity.

"Educational publishing is a very generous industry, giving back in every way they can whether it's time, money, or materials," said Charlene Gaynor, CEO of AEP. "AEP members understand that a thriving community can lay the foundation for a superior education, and they are committed to exploring all avenues of philanthropy to ensure our children's future."

Additionally, every year AEP donates the materials from its awards programs to needy schools, providing them with the best educational products of the year.

About AEP
The Association of Educational Publishers (AEP) is a nonprofit organization that serves and advances the industry of supplemental educational publishing. The membership of AEP represents the breadth of educational content developers delivering progressive educational products in all media and for any educational setting.

AEP's thought leadership and market insight have created ground-breaking opportunities for its members to collaborate, network, and partner with each other as well as to acquire a voice in the development of government education policy. Founded in 1895, AEP now assists its members in navigating the global realities of educational publishing in the 21st Century. For more information, please visit www.AEPweb.org.

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