A Book a Day

A Book a Day is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization based in West Philadelphia. We engage the arts to expand literacy and promote interdisciplinary and life-long learning among children in underserved and diverse communities. Since our founding in 2014, we have distributed more than 6,000 books to young readers in West Philadelphia through donations to Lea and Penn Alexander public school libraries, community centers, and more. Our main goal is to support public education in urban settings and help students become independent and empowered citizens. A Book a Day is run by first-generation immigrant women passionate about using their higher education to further the fight for equal access to education for children. Our personal cultural experiences help us to better understand and serve the diverse community of West Philadelphia students. Every title we donate is carefully selected with an emphasis on elevating marginalized voices, reflecting the multicultural immigrant identities of our team.