“To all the donors, Nancy, and Dan, thank you very much. Even though I have only met you once, you just don’t know how much you have...

Books for the Barrios' founders, Nancy and Dan Harrington, share the history and inspiration behind the foundation's philanthropic...

“Kabataan ang pag-asa ng bayan.” – Dr. Jose Rizal, Philippine National Hero The growth of our children today will determine the future of...

At Books for the Barrios, we have always believed in providing children who visit our facility a unique and empowering experience. Kids...

We offer field trips for children in the San Francisco East Bay.  These field trips benefit the local community while helping needy...

We are happy to bring to you an article about our shift towards rebuilding schools and training teachers in the Philippines written by...

Here is a  letter of appreciation from a teacher in the Bayong Elementary School , Guindulman, Bohol in the Philippines sent to us in...

Without books children of the rainforest are helpless.Through your donation support us in providing little girls like this one with good...

Books for the Barrios Joins Forces with the Philippine Military – Fighting Poverty and Promoting Peace through Education

President Cory Aquino Congratulates BOOKS for the BARRIOS Founder Nancy Harrington for Ten Years of Service to Aid Philippines Public...

An Interview with Nancy Harrington by Celina Laguisma. (youtube video) Here is a video featuring an interview with BOOKS for the BARRIOS...

Girls enjoy reading their favorite books in their own classroom and in their library.  Books donated from American schools,  are sent...