This past Thanksgiving weekend, the Maryam Library Foundation hosted a special award ceremony to express our deepest gratitude to the incredible volunteers who have dedicated their time and passion to the Kenya 40 Library Project. We were especially honored to have several of our volunteers receive the prestigious Presidential Volunteer Service Award!

This award recognizes the invaluable contributions volunteers make in their communities and across the nation. Our volunteers have truly gone above and beyond in helping us bring books and learning resources to children in Kenya. Their dedication to literacy and education is nothing short of inspiring. Continue reading...

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...

The air crackles with focused energy. Boxes pile up, their cardboard sides humming with stories waiting to be unleashed. Laughter mingles with the rhythmic swish of packing tape, a symphony of a thousand hands weaving hope into a steel container. This isn't just a shipping crate; it's a vessel carrying 40,000 dreams, 40 libraries, and a future bursting with possibility for the children of Kenya.

For the past four weeks, the Maryam Library Foundation has been on a mission: Project Kenya 40. Our goal? To collect, sort, and pack 40,000 books into a single container, transforming it into a literary ark bound for Kenyan shores. Each book, carefully chosen and lovingly placed, is a brick in the foundation of 40 new libraries, 40 havens where young minds can soar. Continue reading...

Today, we marked a significant milestone in this journey by hosting our first volunteer event in collaboration with Help Aid Africa, bringing together a group of dedicated individuals who shared our passion for making a difference. With their enthusiastic support, we made substantial progress in sorting and packing books for shipment to Kenya.

The atmosphere was electric as our volunteers, armed with boxes, packaging material, and an unwavering spirit, tackled the task with remarkable efficiency. The air was filled with laughter, camaraderie, and a sense of shared purpose as they worked together to transform a room filled with books into neatly organized packages ready to embark on their journey to Kenya.. Continue reading...

Imagine a world where everyone has access to knowledge and education. A world where everyone has the opportunity to learn and grow, regardless of their background or circumstances. This is the world that the Maryam Library Foundation is working to create.

Founded 3 yeas ago, the Maryam Library Foundation is a non-profit organization that builds and sustains libraries in underserved communities around the world. We believe that everyone deserves access to books and information, and that libraries are essential for creating a more just and equitable world. Continue reading...

Maryam Library Foundation would like to thank all of our volunteers for their dedication and hard work. Your contributions are essential to our mission of promoting literacy and education in underserved communities.

Recently, we were honored to present awards to a few of our outstanding volunteers. These individuals have gone above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of others  Continue reading...

Last week we received a heartwarming message from the students at Zungulukani School in Kenya. They shared their gratitude for our efforts to better their educational situation and send their love. Their kind words just motivate us to work harder and provide even more people with the same resources.  Continue reading...

Today we introduce you to our youngest volunteer, Sakeena, who decided to share her love for books with children around the world.  Continue reading...

In an increasingly interconnected world, education serves as a powerful tool that empowers individuals, fosters economic growth, and cultivates social development. However, access to quality education remains a significant challenge for many children in Africa. Recognizing the transformative power of books, sending them to Africa has emerged as a powerful means of bridging the educational divide.  Continue reading ...

Today we introduce you to our youngest volunteer, Sakeena, who decided to share her love for books with children around the world.  Continue reading...

Studies show that the Kenyan library system materials are scarce and the ones available are outdated and hence not relevant to the current Kenyan education system. 

KNLS (kenya national library service) has not been able to meet the teaching and learning needs of teachers and of students because they have given very little consideration to the present school curriculums. Continue  reading...