“A good library is an important part of any community. It is the place where knowledge can be acquired and shared, and where the love of books and reading can be ignited and nurtured.”
– Nelson Mandela
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Amidst this time of great sorrow, we continue to find joy in the generosity of our donors, whose support has brought us this far.
With deep gratitude in our hearts, we are pleased to share the latest progress on Mama Turner’s library in Zambia. The building has been painted, the doors and windows are in place, and the interior furnished with tables, chairs, and shelves. The shelves are already filling with resources for children and students of all ages, and we look forward to adding even more books, media, and learning tools in the months to come.
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Lonnie and Fran Turner shared a profound love of reading and a steadfast belief in the power of education to transform lives. Their vision for the library was rooted in this belief: helping uplift those living in poverty is possible through the gift of education.
Although the library building is now complete, our work is not finished. We need your help to make the space fully functional for the community. We are seeking support to finish the installation of the toilet outside the library, building the water tank stand, and purchasing a 1,000-liter water tank to provide a reliable water supply. We are also seeking donations of books, technology, and media resources to enrich the space even more.
These final steps will ensure that the library becomes not only a center of learning, but also a safe, sustainable, and fully equipped community hub.
– Partners in Development