Become an ambassador
Join a Movement for Literacy—Connect Communities, Collect Books, and Make a Lasting Impact
Sherry Zwail, North Holland Ambassador
You collect the books from your community
We collect from you twice a year
We ship them to countries who need it!
The books get a happy new owner!
Prerequisites
To become a Read to Grow ambassador, you’ll need dedication, organization, and a passion for literacy.
Below are the key requirements to ensure a successful book collection drive.
Having an active network is essential
You should be well-connected within your community, whether through schools, businesses, social groups, or online platforms. Engaging people to donate books and spread the word will make your collection drive a success.
Twice a Year Commitment
Ambassadors commit to organizing a book collection drive twice a year.
This ensures a steady flow of books to those in need.
Each collection period will require some planning, promotion, and coordination, but the impact is immeasurable.
2-4 Weeks Storage Location
Keep them safe for us!
During each collection drive, you’ll need a temporary storage space for the donated books. This could be a store, community center, school, or another accessible location where people can drop off their books. The storage should be available for 2-4 weeks during each drive.
At Least 500 Books
Each collection drive should gather a minimum of 500 books.
This ensures that our efforts make a real impact.
Encouraging friends, family, and local organizations to donate will help you reach this goal.
Why Become a Read To Grow Ambassador?
Make a Lasting Impact
Engage Your Community
Be Part of a Global Movement
Help Change the World for the Better
What we accept
and don't accept
Watch the video below from Kim, head librarian of the international school in Amsterdam!
yes!
- Nursery
- Primary School
- Fiction
- Informative
- Education
- Multiple Languages
no!
- Written in Text Books
- Religious
- Gun Violence
- Demon
- Erotic
- Political
- War