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- The Mobile Donkey Project
- A Sustainable Project Inspired through our Storytelling Project
Literacy is crucial in disadvantaged communities because it empowers individuals to access information, improve their livelihoods, and participate fully in society.
However, achieving literacy in these communities is challenging due to Limited access to educational resources such as books. These communities need literacy programs and initiatives that help individuals to acquire reading and writing skills.
At Namasanda School in rural Kenya, the TERJA storytellers are tackling the challenge of literacy head-on. “They’re creating a mobile library for both the school and the community, aiming to bring the world of books to every doorstep.”
“Their innovative solution? A mobile donkey library that travels around the village, allowing children to select and exchange books.”
“Their innovative solution? A mobile donkey library that travels around the village, allowing children to select and exchange books.”
The plan also includes a monthly book club where students share insights and knowledge gained from their readings.”
So far, they’ve held four book club meetings and exchanged over the fifteen books that were donated by students from the United states, sparking a love for reading and learning among the youth of Namasanda.”
Operations Plan
- Library Collection: Curate a selection of age-appropriate books covering various genres and educational topics.
- Donkey Transport: Train and equip donkey for safe transportation of books
- Storage: Use portable, weather-resistant containers for book storage.
- Book Club Sessions: Conduct interactive sessions facilitated by volunteers and teachers.
Management and Staffing
- Project Coordinator: Oversee the entire operation, manage logistics, and coordinate with stakeholders.
- Volunteers: Local community members and teachers to assist in book club activities and book distribution.
- Donkey Handler: Responsible for the care and management of the donkey.
Financial Plan
Initial Funding and Startup Costs:
- Books Materials: $1,500 (initial purchase of 300 books at $5 each)
- Donkey Purchase and Training: $600
- Book Storage Containers: $300
- Marketing and Awareness Campaigns: $200
- Miscellaneous: $200
- Total Initial Funding Required: $2,800
Help support and sustain our Mobile Donkey library project .
Operational Costs (Annual):
- Donkey Maintenance: $500 (feed, veterinary care, equipment)
- Book Club Sessions: $200 (materials, snacks, etc.)
- Project Coordinator: $1,200 ($100/month)
- Donkey Handler: $600 ($50/month)
- Transportation and Logistics: $300
- Miscellaneous: $200
- Total Annual Operational Costs: $3,000
