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Libraries for Kids, Int'l Ships Over 1.1 MILLION Books!
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1.1 Million books shipped to Kenya in under 5.5 years, established 8,576 reference libraries in rural primary schools.
BLUFFTON, S.C. - s4story -- Contact:
Laura Winkel
Chief Executive Officer
Libraries for Kids Int'l
(609) 402-6025
laura.winkel@libraries4kids.org
www.libraries4kids.org
Date: December 6, 2024
Libraries for Kids, Int'l Celebrates Milestone: Over 1.1 Million Books Shipped to Kenya
Bluffton, SC – Libraries for Kids, Int'l is excited to share that it has shipped over 1.1 million books to Kenya in less than six years. This achievement supports literacy and education in underserved areas across the country.
By December 1, 2024, the organization sent their twenty-fifth shipping container to rural primary schools in Kenya, bringing the total book count to more than 1.1 million books. This year end shipment is part of their ongoing commitment to improve educational resources for children. So far, they have sent twenty-five containers since inception, five just this year alone.
These books are essential for students and teachers in rural communities. They provide access to a wide range of learning materials, helping to inspire a love of reading and improve literacy. Each library created through this effort empowers students with the tools they need to succeed in school and develop important thinking skills.
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"We are incredibly proud to reach this milestone," said Laura Winkel, CEO of Libraries for Kids, Int'l. "Every book means a brighter future for many children in Kenya. We believe that everyone deserves access to quality educational resources."
The libraries created are more than just places to find books; they act as community centers for learning and growth. They encourage students and teachers to work together and engage with one another. The organization is committed to ensuring that these libraries are sustainable and meet the needs of the communities they serve.
Libraries for Kids, Int'l is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving literacy and education for children in underserved areas in Kenya. Through donations and community support, they aim to provide access to quality educational materials and promote a lifelong love of reading and the curiosity to learn.
For more information about their work or how to help, visit www.libraries4kids.org or contact them at (843) 597-4826 or books@libraries4kids.org.
Laura Winkel
Chief Executive Officer
Libraries for Kids Int'l
(609) 402-6025
laura.winkel@libraries4kids.org
www.libraries4kids.org
Date: December 6, 2024
Libraries for Kids, Int'l Celebrates Milestone: Over 1.1 Million Books Shipped to Kenya
Bluffton, SC – Libraries for Kids, Int'l is excited to share that it has shipped over 1.1 million books to Kenya in less than six years. This achievement supports literacy and education in underserved areas across the country.
By December 1, 2024, the organization sent their twenty-fifth shipping container to rural primary schools in Kenya, bringing the total book count to more than 1.1 million books. This year end shipment is part of their ongoing commitment to improve educational resources for children. So far, they have sent twenty-five containers since inception, five just this year alone.
These books are essential for students and teachers in rural communities. They provide access to a wide range of learning materials, helping to inspire a love of reading and improve literacy. Each library created through this effort empowers students with the tools they need to succeed in school and develop important thinking skills.
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"We are incredibly proud to reach this milestone," said Laura Winkel, CEO of Libraries for Kids, Int'l. "Every book means a brighter future for many children in Kenya. We believe that everyone deserves access to quality educational resources."
The libraries created are more than just places to find books; they act as community centers for learning and growth. They encourage students and teachers to work together and engage with one another. The organization is committed to ensuring that these libraries are sustainable and meet the needs of the communities they serve.
Libraries for Kids, Int'l is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving literacy and education for children in underserved areas in Kenya. Through donations and community support, they aim to provide access to quality educational materials and promote a lifelong love of reading and the curiosity to learn.
For more information about their work or how to help, visit www.libraries4kids.org or contact them at (843) 597-4826 or books@libraries4kids.org.
Source: Libraries for Kids, Int'l
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