During Dilawri Book Drive for Kids (October 3–December 9), the public is encouraged to bring new and gently used kids’ books to any of Dilawri’s 24 franchised dealerships across the Lower Mainland, in support of VPL’s community lending library. (CNW Group/Dilawri Group of Companies)
Auto group Dilawri recently announced the launch of its latest collaborations with the Vancouver Public Library (VPL) Foundation: Dilawri Book Drive for Kids (Oct. 3 to Dec. 9, 2024) and Storybook Social (Oct. 20).
“These two new initiatives reflect our shared commitment to improving the lives of Canadian children, their families and caregivers,” said Ajay Dilawri, Co-founder, Dilawri, in a statement.
In a news release, the dealer group said its Dilawri Book Drive for Kids is an opportunity to support VPL. This can be done by bringing a new or gently used children’s book to any of its 24 dealerships around the Lower Mainland.
These donated books will then become part of VPL’s community lending library — serving the Lower Mainland’s kids by building collections in daycares, schools, and childcare programs in vulnerable neighbourhoods.
The VPL Foundation will also host Storybook Social at Mercedes-Benz Vancouver: a fundraising event for families with young children. The event will include a range of activities, from a Storytime Corner to zones for discovery and play.
“Helping children discover joy in reading and giving them critical literacy skills is a vital investment in their lifelong success and happiness,” said Jenny Marsh, Executive Director of the Vancouver Public Library Foundation, in a statement. “These two events are our invitation to the public to join us in driving a better future for children in our communities.”
