In 2008 schools throughout the province were invited to host their own Willow Awards' Launch and to submit their accounts, pictures, blogs, projects, and other activities for an opportunity to participate in a draw to win boxes of books. 
At left, Mrs. Kletkie, Ms. Collier and students at Ethel Milliken School, Regina, receive their box of books from Willow Awards' Board Member, Naomi Kral.
Brevoort Park School, Saskatoon, received a box of the nominated books. Eyebrow Sr. School, Eyebrow; Lindale School, Moose Jaw, Mortlach School, Mortlach; Dr. Hanna School, Regina, as wll as Ethel Milliken School received a box of approximately 30 books.