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Frequently Asked Questions about Book Donations

What is the Book Donor Platform?
The Maktaba.org Book Donor Platform gives you the ability to track your book and connect with other readers. When you donate a book to Elimu Yetu:
Your book will be listed on maktaba.org and made available to the public in Tanzania.
You will be recognized on our Donor Appreciation Page. Books you’ve donated are also visible on your profile.
We’ll let you know when someone reads your book and give you a chance to connect and discuss with other readers around the world.
- As a book donor, you will be recognized on the Donor Appreciation Page along with your book donation picture.
- You will receive a certificate of recognition, letter and receipt for your contribution.
- You can claim your donation by becoming a member of maktaba.org. Your donations will be listed on your profile.
- Your name will be printed on the book tag and recognized on the book page.
- If you prefer to remain anonymous, please let us know at the time you make your donation. To have your name or picture removed from the site please contact us
To get the most out of maktaba.org, you should choose books you have read and loved, so you can connect with readers in Africa who share your interests. Please do not send books that you did not like or have not read. Transporting and managing books is time consuming and expensive for our organization. Please ensure our efforts are well-spent by sending only books you know are worthwhile. The most requested areas are illustrated children’s books, young adult novels, bestsellers, and college textbooks. Please send your favorites!
We accept financial and in-kind contributions of all types. We are currently seeking donations of:
Books
School supplies
Food
Sports equipment, games and toys
Computers, laptops and tablets
The most valuable thing you can donate is your time. Elimu Yetu is currently seeking volunteers to teach all subjects and mentor students of all ages online or in Arusha, Tanzania. You do not need to have a teaching credential. If you have a skill or talent to teach, please join our community and share it with others.
Yes, we are a tax-exempt charitable organization recognized by the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA). Your donations are tax deductible in Tanzania up to 2% of personal or corporate income. After we receive your books, we will send you a receipt recognizing your donation and listing the fair market value. For donors outside of Tanzania, please contact us to learn more about the options for receiving tax benefits in your country. We are 501(c)(3) pending in the US.
Most children in Tanzania don’t have books to read at home. In schools, classrooms of over 50 students often share just a single textbook. But even more than books, Tanzania needs readers. Books that sit on shelves unread or locked away because they are too valuable to lose do not serve communities. At maktaba.org our goal is to get great books off the shelves and into hearts, minds, and memories. We depend on readers like you to engage and inspire each other through book discussions, pen pals, and reading groups. Thank you!