Book Drive for Ukrainian Kids

Inspired by the “Children Draw War, Not Flowers”, a collection of drawings by Ukrainian children reflecting their experiences of war, the San José State University iSchool, in collaboration with the American Library Association and Little Free Library, has created a GoFundMe campaign to support literacy for Ukraine’s war-affected kids.

The project has 3 stages:

1. Cherkasy Launch (Goal: $5,000) – Three Little Free Library Book Houses, purchasing of children’s books;
2. Kyiv Expansion (Goal: $10,000) – Three more Little Free Library Book Houses, more books;
3. Ukraine-Wide Impact (Goal: $25,000) – Four more Little Free Library Book Houses in other villages, expanding our book collection.

Most Requested Types of Books

•  Picture books for all ages
•  Comic and graphic novels
•  Books about Ukraine and Ukrainian history
•  Books to learn English
•  World and American classics
•  Cookbooks
•  Books in Braille / universal design

Donate Now

Help create Little Free Library Book Houses for children in Cherkasy, Ukraine.

• Drop off a book from June 26 – 30, 2025 at ALA Annual in Philly. We’ll be collecting books at SJSU booth #2428 and in the marked boxes located throughout the conference area.
• Make a donation on our GoFundMe account. Please consider donating funds to help furnish books and make a positive difference in children’s lives.

Project Partners

For more information on the ongoing efforts with Ukrainian Libraries please visit: