We're thrilled to announce the launch of our newest initiative: building 40 libraries in Tanzania! Following the incredible success of our recent project establishing 40 libraries in Kenya, we're expanding our reach to empower even more communities through access to books and educational resources.

Why Tanzania?

Tanzania faces significant challenges in its education system. While primary school enrollment rates have improved, access to quality secondary education remains limited, particularly in rural areas. Many schools lack basic resources like textbooks and libraries, hindering students' ability to learn and reach their full potential .. Continue reading...

The Maryam Library Foundation is overflowing with joy! Our ambitious project to build 40 libraries in Kenya has reached a momentous milestone – all 40 libraries are now established and brimming with eager readers!

And the best part? We're receiving a flood of heartwarming videos from the schools, capturing the pure excitement and gratitude of the students and teachers whose lives have been touched by this initiative.

Witnessing the Impact

These videos aren't just recordings; they're windows into the transformative power of books and the incredible impact of your support. We see:

Children beaming with pride as they explore their new libraries, their eyes sparkling with curiosity and a thirst for knowledge... Continue reading...

We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of six brand-new libraries in Karnataka, India! Thanks to our incredible partnership with OSAAT, these vibrant learning spaces are now open and ready to inspire a love of reading in hundreds of children.

This collaboration represents a significant step forward in our mission to empower communities through access to books and educational resources. Each library has been carefully designed and stocked with a diverse collection of engaging books, creating a nurturing environment where children can explore, learn, and grow.... Continue reading...

To our dear friends and supporters,

We are overjoyed to announce a momentous achievement for the Maryam Library Foundation! After months of tireless effort, we have successfully collected and packaged a staggering 40,000 books across various subjects. This incredible collection is now nestled within a shipping container, eagerly awaiting its journey to Kenya. This book distribution will transform the lives of countless children in underserved communities, opening doors to knowledge and opportunity.

A Community Effort

Our deepest gratitude goes out to our extraordinary team of volunteers. Your thousands of dedicated hours made this marathon project a resounding success. From sorting and categorizing books to carefully packing those 1,000 boxes, your passion and commitment have been nothing short of inspiring... Continue reading...

At the Maryam Library Foundation, we believe that education is the key to unlocking the potential of underserved communities around the world. That's why we work tirelessly to provide access to books, the building blocks of knowledge and imagination. Today, we celebrate an incredible milestone that brings us closer to making a lasting impact on the lives of thousands of children in Kenya.

The Marathon to Literacy

With the support of our dedicated team of volunteers, we have reached our ambitious goal of collecting 40,000 books across an incredible range of subjects! From Math and Science to captivating children's books, these boxes of knowledge will soon be a vibrant reality in 40 libraries throughout underserved communities in Kenya.. Continue reading...

At the Maryam Library Foundation, we are overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible act of generosity from Almaden County Day School. Their recent donation of an abundance of books has brought us one step closer to our goal of establishing 40 libraries in underserved communities across Kenya.

Our volunteers have reached out and received countless book donations from schools in Campbell Union High School District, San Jose Unified School District, Fremont Unified School District, Dublin Unified School District, Pleasanton Unified School District, San Ramon Valley Unified School District and many private schools and libraries. Thanks !

We recently reached out to Almaden County Day School and they were very enthusiastic about their project and went out of their way to help with book donations. To the students, faculty, and families of Almaden County Day School, thank you! Your kindness and thoughtfulness will undoubtedly make a world of difference to countless children in Kenya. Access to books and educational materials can unlock doors of opportunity and empower young minds to reach their full potential... Continue reading...

A mere two months ago, the Kenya 40 Libraries project was an ambitious dream – a vision of 40 libraries rising across Kenya, empowering communities through the transformative power of books. Today, that dream stands not just as a vision, but as a tangible reality, inching closer with every passing day, thanks to the unwavering dedication of a remarkable group of volunteers.

Over the past eight weeks, our team of over 20 volunteers has poured their hearts and souls into the project, transforming a room brimming with potential into a sea of neatly packed boxes, each one a vessel carrying the promise of knowledge and opportunity. From the initial days of collecting and sorting books, to the meticulous process of packaging and boxing them for shipment, our volunteers have approached every task with unwavering enthusiasm and an infectious spirit of camaraderie.. Continue reading...