Books for Africa

Wow! Things are already off to a great start. I don't want to be overly optimistic, but this email from Books for Africa is promising. There is a lot of work that needs to be done, but it is extremely possible. If you know any organization that would be willing to help in this effort, please let me know. I am currently looking for some sponsors to cover the costs. Thank you to everyone who referred me to this organization. This is the chance to get books for several schools in the area.

Dear Bobbie,

Thank you for your inquiry, I am very pleased at the timing of your message. Books For Africa is interested in offering you a 40-foot donated containerof Primary textbooks and reading books.

Normally, our recipients pay atleast $9,000 towards shipping charges. However, since we have not yet sent a container to Egypt, we want to take advantage of this unique need in your community. Your group or another of your affiliates will be required to clear thecontainer at port and pay related port and customs charges, at least $1,000. We prefer to ship the container to an Egyptian NGO or government entity that has experience clearing a container at port. Therefore, you must determine if the group receiving the container has the capacity to clear the container at port and transport the books to the sites where they will be housed. Further, we request that this group be willing to provide us with photos that document the receipt and impact of the books on the children.

How long do you plan to be in Cairo? We could pack the container within thenext 6 weeks, then count about 2 months at sea. It is not necessary that you be in Cairo when the container arrives, since ideally you want an Egyptian from a local organization in charge of clearing it, as long as you are confident that your group will receive its books. You may want to set up a collaboration with 2-3 other groups, since this amount of books is plentyfor several sites, if not more.This will be an immense pleasure to take forward. Do remain in touch so we can address any of your questions right away.