Introduction to how it works
If you are an individual, an organisation or a school working with underserved communities, you have come to the right place. Set up a fundraiser today to get joyful books for your library or reading program.
Start a Fundraiser for Your Library
NGOs, teachers, or individuals working with children in need of books can set up a fundraiser for receiving joyful, multilingual picture books from Pratham Books.


Start a Special Occasion Fundraiser
Make a difference on your birthday, anniversary, or a landmark day you want to celebrate! Ask your friends and family to come together and celebrate by donating to a fundraiser that will help set up libraries for children.
How It Works
6 simple steps to set up your fundraiser today!
Create an Account
The first step to setting up a fundraiser is creating an account on our website and verifying it. Just click on Login/Sign up and follow the steps for a successful registration.
Set up a fundraiser
Click on Start a fundraiser. Depending on whether you are setting up a fundraiser for a library or to mark a special occasion, click on the Library or Special Occasion. The setup process won’t take you more than 10 minutes. Just answer the guiding questions and click on Submit.
Activate fundraiser
The Donate-a-Book team will review and verify your fundraiser. The team will get in touch with you for any additional information, if required. The activation process will take up to 2 working days.
Spread the Word
Share your fundraiser on all social media platforms, like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Use blogs, emails, and WhatsApp to spread the word as well. The more you share the more you get.
Close fundraiser
A fundraiser is live for 30 days, after which the fundraiser auto closes. Once the fundraiser comes to an end, a list of books available in the language/s chosen is shared with the campaigner.
Dispatch Books
The beneficiary chooses the books and the team sends the books to the beneficiary school or organisation’s location.
After which the beneficiary shares feedback, testimonials, and thank you notes to all the donors.