Donating the proceeds from all of my keto cookbooks to fire and hurricane disaster relief efforts.
UPDATE!!!
I just got the sales report for the first week of this donation effort and I am beyond thrilled by the results. I ran the numbers on all the books and you have helped me raise $4287 in ONE WEEK!
Because I feel that these donations are urgently needed, I have already donated $1250 (some to Louisiana for Hurricane Laura and some to a general fund for wildfire relief). I will be donating more today so the money gets here it is most needed as quickly as possible. But we still have a few days left if you want to purchase a book to help out!
Hey my keto friends,
My heart is heavy right now and I just can’t do a cheery anecdote and recipe post today. Not when my beloved State of Oregon is burning up, when hundreds of thousands have been displaced from their homes, and when the hits of 2020 just keep coming.
The fires on the west coast are the worst in history, and they are heartbreaking and scary. While we are not in imminent danger here in Portland, the two largest fires are burning just south and east of us and destroying much of the Mt. Hood National Forest.
Many people I know in the suburbs are on evacuation alert. And much of the state is suffering from hazardous air quality. We had gone for a long weekend to a vacation area near Bend, OR, and just as we got there, the smoke moved in. So we stayed one night, packed the car back up, and headed home.
And coming over the top of Mt. Hood was shocking. The smoke was so dense, I could hardly see a few hundred feet in front of me. It was some of the hardest driving I’ve ever done, and I’ve driven in some major blizzards in Boston!
So here’s the deal
My heart aches deeply for those families who have lost their homes.
I want to find ways to help and so from today, Sunday September 13th until Sunday, September 27th, I will be donating all of my royalties from the sale of ALL of my Keto Cookbooks, to fire and hurricane relief.
[Please note that I make about $3 for royalties on my larger cookbooks, and $2 for the smaller ones].
Also know that the only sales I can track are the physical book sales, so this doesn’t apply to kindle and ebook sales. I will be using the NPD Bookscan on Amazon to track these sales (you do not have to purchase through Amazon, since it tracks ALL end-user sales).
As a reference point, the past two weeks have seen sales of over 1600 books, so I hope to donate about $3000 to $4000 dollars to disaster relief.
How can you help?
If you’ve been eyeing any one of my keto cookbooks, now’s the time to buy. Don’t know which one you want? Check out the listings below!
Already have my whole array of cookbooks? Thank you for your support. Perhaps you can grab a copy for a friend. Or simply tell a friend about this donation effort.
Or share this post on social media and try to help me drum up some interest.
Please be safe, everyone, wherever you are.
Keto cookbooks you might like
The Ultimate Guide to Keto Baking
This is my most recent cookbook, devoted entirely to the subject I love best! It’s a comprehensive look at all things relevant to keto baking, outlining the best ingredients and tools, and tips and tricks galore. Plus 150+ keto recipes, both sweet and savory. $3 of every book sale will go to disaster relief.
Order The Ultimate Guide to Keto Baking
The Everyday Ketogenic Kitchen
This is my first cookbook, and one that takes a deep dive into the keto diet – how to start it, how to stick with it, and how to make the most of it. Plus 150+ keto recipes, from breakfast to dessert! $3 of every book sale will go to disaster relief.
Order The Everyday Ketogenic Kitchen
Easy Keto Dinners
The title says it all! 50+ fabulous and easy dinner recipes to make keto a snap! $2 of every book sale will go to disaster relief.
Easy Keto Desserts
I believe in dessert every day. But I also believe that dessert shouldn’t derail your healthy diet. This cookbook is full of 50+ fun and easy keto dessert recipes that you’re whole family will love. $2 of every book sale will go to disaster relief.
Easy Keto Breakfasts
Sick of bacon and eggs for breakfast? This book has over 50 delicious and easy keto breakfast ideas to fuel your day! $2 of every book sale will go to disaster relief.
Keto Soups and Stews
Love comfort food like soups, stews, and chilies? Well you’re in luck! This cookbook has over 50 delicious recipes and all the best tips for making them in a crockpot, Instant Pot, or on your stovetop.
Maria Driscoll says
Hi. I ordered 4-of your books. Thank you for all that you do.
V/r,
Maria Driscoll
Carolyn says
Thank you so much!
Linda Romer says
Hi Carolyn,
I already own all your wonderful cookbooks. Can I make a donation via PayPal or something like that?
Thanks,
Linda
Carolyn says
Not to me, but I bet you can to some of the services doing Disaster Relief. Here’s a link about one of them…
https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/santiam-canyon-residents-hope-to-help-each-other-through-the-santiam-canyon-wildfire-relief-fund/283-336d4e12-abaf-48f6-b7f3-0c93bad5e2ee
Linda Romer says
Just made my donation. Thank you so much. Keeping all the West Coast folks in my prayers.
Janti Joso Brasali says
Thanks that helps
Tracy Andries says
This has been a horribly tough year. Covid, civil unrest, fires and for myself a couple of health issues I could have done without. I don’t usually look for fast passage of time but frankly, I can’t wait for this year to be over and I pray that 2021 will be a better year for all of us. Thank you for doing what you can to help, Carolyn.
Mary says
Was waiting to buy these for Christmas gifts but what better time and better cause to buy them today! Thank you Carolyn, for donating to what will be a huge need.
Carolyn says
I sincerely appreciate that, Mary. I want to donate as much as possible!
Karen says
WONDERFUL IDEA. Done.
Lisa says
I have been wanting to order your books because I have used and enjoyed so many of your great recipes from FB and your blog. Ordered 4 of them !Thanks a million ! God Bless 💚
Carolyn says
Thank you so much. I will try to update this post when I’ve tracked the full amount!
Sherry Femal says
I just received your cookbook “Easy Keto Dinners” ! First, thank you for supporting the west coast fire victims, I think it’s wonderful and second, what a beautiful cookbook. I love that it will sit on my counter and I do not have to make any “adjustments” to make it keto.Also, I just love there are pictures for each recipe.
Kathy Swenson says
YOU ARE AMAZING!! I ordered 3 of your books! Thank you for being such a kind soul! I have lost 90 pounds so far doing keto/low carb and fasting. I can’t wait to try some new Keto/low carb recipes!
Carolyn says
Thank you so much, Kathy!
Patti Haas says
Hi Carolyn!
Thanks for doing this- Oregon is very close to my heart! I’ve loved your recipes online for years, so I know that I’ll enjoy the two books on the way! 💛
Carolyn says
Thanks so much, Patti!
Cookie says
I have all yur books except the latest. After 3 yrs of keto living, I’m no longer a dessert fiend.😀 However, my family and friends are! Will order ketos baking. Prayers up🙏🏼🙏🏼
Carolyn says
Aw, thank you!!!
Deborah M Kloss says
This is so wonderful of you. I am ordering books and have shared this on Facebook…I hope you sell a million! Thank you for all you do. I love your recipes!
Rhonda Sloan says
As a fellow Oregonian (from Southern Oregon) I thank you for this! I will be volunteering with Samaritan’s Purse disaster relief in Jackson County, where thousands of structures were lost in Talent and Phoenix. There are so many ways to give and help…. so buy Carolyn’s cookbooks, or give to the Red Cross, or the Salvation Army, or Samaritan’s Purse or any of the other organizations trying to help all those who are suffering. And please pray for the firefighters and National Guard who continue to help across the West in this horrible fire season.
Carolyn says
Thank you, Rhonda! I found a couple of ways to give directly… there’s one for the Rogue Valley and a few for Clackamas and Lane counties and I am going to split some of it up.
Paulette says
Good evening Carolyn,
I just purchased 2 of your books. I pray you reach your goal .
Carolyn says
I think we will. I will try to keep folks updated!
Melissa Klein says
Hi Carolyn I recently started following your page on Facebook and now checking out the blog. I just purchased two of your cookbooks! I am super excited to give the baking cookbook to my sister in law for Christmas! Thank you for donating proceeds to a great cause!
Carolyn says
Thank you so much, Melissa!
Marcia Gault says
I have all of your cook books but will order some for my friends. This will benefit the fire relief and my friends whom need a fantastic cookbook due to diabetes and keto way of life. I have enjoyed so many recipes of yours and share things I’ve made and tell people about your books. You Rock Carolyn!! Thanks for all your hard work!! Marcy
Carolyn says
Thank you, Marcia!