Books For Africa is a non-profit organization based in Marietta, GA that has been dedicated to promoting literacy and education in Africa since 1988. As the largest shipper of donated text and library books to the African continent, they have sent over 59 million books to all 55 countries in Africa. In fiscal year 2023 alone, they shipped approximately 4,029,000 books, valued at over $32.6 million, to 32 African countries, along with 800,000 digital books on computers and tablets.
Through their various initiatives, such as the Girls Empowerment Collections and the Law Democracy Initiative, Books For Africa aims to provide access to educational resources and empower individuals across Africa. They rely on donations of new or gently used books from a wide variety of genres and age levels, as well as financial contributions to support their shipping efforts. With a simple idea and a commitment to literacy, Books For Africa is making a transformative impact by bridging the gap between misery and hope through education.
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