Big News: The Books Have Arrived at Laulana School!
2025 Book Drive for Laulana School
We are thrilled to share a long-awaited update on our 2025 Book Drive. After months of planning, collecting, and shipping, the books have officially been delivered to the students at Laulana School!
As you can see in the photo, the arrival of these resources was a moment of immense pride and excitement for the local students and faculty. These boxes are filled with more than just paper and ink; they represent new opportunities and a world of knowledge for the entire school community.
A Heartfelt Thank You
This journey wouldn't have been possible without two incredible partners who stepped up to bridge the gap between our donors and the classroom:
Holland America Cruise Line: A massive thank you for your logistical support. Navigating the journey to deliver these heavy crates across the ocean was no small feat, and your partnership ensured they arrived safely and efficiently.
Odyssey 7-8 Multi-Age School Students: To the students of Odyssey—your hard work in organizing, sorting, and championing this drive was the heartbeat of the project. You’ve shown exactly what young leaders can achieve when they set their minds to helping others.
Bainbridge Island Rotary: We are deeply grateful for your funding, which covered the final leg of the journey. Your support ensured the books could be shipped from Honiara to Malaita and delivered via truck directly to the school gates.
Project Recap
What started as a goal in 2025 to bolster the literacy resources for Laulana has finally come full circle. From the initial collection bins to this final delivery, your donations have successfully reached their new home.
Thank you to everyone who donated, packed, and cheered us on. Because of you, the library at Laulana School just got a lot brighter!