Community libraries are a very cost-effective way to get books into children's hands and expand the opportunities available to them. You might be surprised to learn just how far your tax-deductible gift can go on a project like this.

• $600

  all of the bricks for the library's walls
  
  

• $300

  the cement for the library's foundation
  
  

• $150

  one mason's wages to construct the library
  
  

• $60

  two locally built book shelves for the library
  
  

• $30

  10 new locally published children's books
  
  

• $15

  a desk and chair where a child can sit and read
  
  

• Other Amount

  We appreciate any contribution you are able to make. Please see below for further detail about how significant an impact you can have.
  
  

Buildings & Books is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity. All donations are tax deductible, and as an all-volunteer organization, every dollar raised is dedicated to improving the lives of children and the communities in which they live.

Your generosity will allow us to bring the opportunity for a better education and the hope for a brighter future to the children of Africa. We are deeply grateful for your support.