IBBY-Story Sunbirds: Libraries are Havens Fundraiser

© Art by Yasuko Toda

Story Sunbirds and IBBY fundraise to support librarians in need in Gaza

PURPOSE: To raise money for humanitarian aid to support the library communities of Gaza.

GOAL: Fundraise via IBBY Children in Crisis Fund for the IBBY Palestine Librarians with a goal of 10,000 USD by 1 June 2025.

RECIPIENTS: Funds will support everyone connected to the two IBBY libraries of Gaza — children, librarians, and families.

Libraries are more than buildings—they are safe havens where learning, imagination, and community thrive. In Gaza, the two IBBY libraries, established in Rafah and Beit Hanoun in 2008, have been devastated by the war that began in October 2023. One lies in rubble; the other severely damaged. Despite being displaced multiple times, the IBBY librarians continue working with children whenever possible.

IBBY has pledged to rebuild the libraries.

In solidarity, the Story Sunbirds launched a fundraiser with IBBY to provide urgent aid—food, water, shelter, hygiene—for librarians, their families, and the children who called these libraries home.

Consider donating to help us reach our goal!

DONATE HERE

Make sure to write #LibrariesAreHavens in the form to help us identify your contributions!

STORY SUNBIRDS:  A Kidlit Collective for All. Our mission is to cultivate a dynamic and inclusive children's literature community rooted in justice and anti-racism and anti-colonialism. As a collective of writers, illustrators, and publishing professionals, we prioritize the holistic growth and needs of all children, ensuring their voices and experiences are at the forefront of our creative works.

IBBY 
INTERNATIONAL BOARD
ON BOOKS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
Nonnenweg 12
CH-4055 Basel, Switzerland
+41 61 272 29 17
[email protected]
www.ibby.org