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Welcome to Books Build Bridges, an NGO based in Trinidad and Tobago with a mission to connect communities in the Caribbean to the world of literature. We are dedicated to enriching lives and fostering education through the power of books. Our current focus is on raising funds to ship 50,000 children's books generously donated by Better World Books to libraries, community centers, and schools across the Caribbean, specifically targeting the most underserved areas.

The cost to ship these books ranges from 50 cents to $1 per book, a small price that can make a monumental impact. Every dollar donated goes directly towards covering these freight costs, ensuring that each book reaches a child eager to learn and grow.

We are reaching out to potential benefactors like you, who are pivotal in the allocation of grants over $5,000, to support our cause. Your contribution can play a significant role in transforming the educational landscape for children in Jamaica, Guyana, Colombia, and Panama. By facilitating access to these books, you help bridge the gap in educational resources, fostering a love for reading and learning in communities where such opportunities are scarce.

There are three convenient ways to donate to Books Build Bridges:

  1. Direct Donation in Trinidad: Contributions can be made directly to Books Build Bridges in Trinidad and Tobago.

  2. United States-based 501(c)(3): Donations can also be made through an affiliated 501(c)(3) organization in the United States, ensuring tax-deductible benefits for U.S.-based donors.

  3. Direct Payment to Shipping Companies: Alternatively, you can choose to pay shipping companies directly, ensuring that every cent of your donation goes towards transporting these valuable resources.

Our goal for 2024 is to raise $50,000 to cover the shipping costs for the 50,000 books already allocated. We invite you to partner with us in this noble endeavor. Your grant can help ignite the spark of curiosity and knowledge in countless young minds, creating a ripple effect of positive change across the Caribbean.

Thank you for considering a contribution to Books Build Bridges. Together, we can build a brighter, more educated future for the children of the Caribbean.

Please contact Candice McMillan, our founder, at Candice.McMillan@BooksBuildBridges.org to discuss how you can make a difference.