Books for the Barrios

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1125 Wiget Ln
Walnut Creek, CA 94598

BOOKS for the BARRIOS is an all-volunteer 501 c 3 corporation based in Walnut Creek, California, dedicated to improving the quality of education for underprivileged youth in deprived communities worldwide, with a special focus on disadvantaged regions in the Philippines. Through culturally sensitive programs, they empower American children to become global leaders and provide educational resources to millions of children.

The organization seeks donations of reading books, math manipulatives, puzzles, and art supplies for Kindergarten through Grade Six students, while also accepting science, liberal arts, engineering, and math materials for preschool to third grade levels. With a mission to fight poverty and promote peace through education, BOOKS for the BARRIOS has made a significant impact on the lives of millions of disadvantaged students since its establishment in 1981.

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Benny A.
3/5/2020

Years ago Books for the Barrios came to my art studio to pick up a generous number of books to ship overseas. They were pleasant, grateful and took everything I had to offer. Samuel B's review...

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Samuel B.
6/27/2018

Stopped by here to check out the place. It's a house in a residential neighborhood, which I wasn't expecting. Knocked on the door, rang the doorbell, nobody answered. A neighbor tried calling...

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