Books and Wings is an IRS approved 501(c)3 non-profit, whose mission is to support community libraries and education in Guatemala.  Books and Wings works in several under-served communities in the Departments of Esquintla and Suchitepequez; including Tiquisate, Rio Bravo, and Chicacao.

Community Libraries

We work with municipal authorities and library committees to strengthen their public libraries and schools.  Through our programs, we help bring about meaningful change and a better future for young Guatemalans.

Scholarship Program

Most Guatemalan families struggle to afford the cost of registration fees, school uniforms, books and school supplies. Because of this, only small percentages of children are able to study in Basico (Jr HS), and even fewer make it to Diversificado (High School). Our scholarship program addresses this problem, as well as encouraging strong study habits and community service. 

Special Projects

Books and Wings serves rural schools in the Esquintla area through loans of mini-libraries, librarian visits and teacher training.