Join the Story - make a difference in a child’s life

Putting more books in classrooms and libraries lead to stronger literacy engagement, improved learning environments and increased educational confidence for children.

Funds raised are used directly to pay for the shipping and distribution of books and customs clearance in destination countries.

3.5% Cover the Fee

ABCA has a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status with the Australian Tax Office. Donations of $2 and over are tax deductible.

Choose your impact

  • The Literacy Spark

    Covers the shipping and distribution of 200 high-quality books from our warehouse into a child's hands

  • The Classroom Kit

    Provides a diverse collection of 1000 storybooks and readers, enough to ignite a love of reading for an entire grade level

  • The Library Starter

    Funds a "Literacy Box"—a curated mini-library of books delivered to a remote community or refugee camp

  • The Legacy Builder

    Stocks many school libraries providing thousands of children with resources for years to come

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes, ABCA has a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status with the Australian Tax Office.

    Donations of $2 and over are tax deductible.

  • Your donation goes towards costs of shipping and distribution of pre-loved books to our communities in Africa.

    Most of our logistics and work are carried out by a dedicated team of volunteers in Australia and Africa.

  • You can assist us by volunteering to:

    • Collect books from schools and other organisations;

    • Help pack books bound for Africa;

    • Assist in organising fundraising events;

    • Assist in introducing ABCA school programmes within Australian schools;

    • Assist in continuing to develop our social media platform.

  • Yes you can absolutely honor a special person in your life by making a donation to ABCA.

    Let us know if you would like us to send a special certificate in honor of your special person.