Give the Gift of Reading

Published on 05 December 2024

As part of our commitment to providing opportunities for our community to read, learn, connect and create, Whitehorse Manningham Libraries is hosting a Christmas fundraising appeal to provide gift bags of books and learning resources to children in our community experiencing disadvantage. For further information click here

Give the Gift of Reading is delivered in partnership with Free From Family Violence (FVREE), the City of Whitehorse and Manningham City Council Maternal and Child Health Services. Gifts will be distributed to children in families who are experiencing a period of increased need.

Not all homes have books - children who begin school with fewer reading and literacy skills will start behind and stay behind. Poor literacy has a life-long impact leading to poorer education, health and employment outcomes.

Literacy and a life-long love of reading starts at home - ensure no child is left behind! To give your gift click here