Madagascar Mobile Library

Madagascar Mobile Library Registered USA & Madagascar Nonprofit that acts as a mobile hub of resources to empower Malagasy people

Vlad Vassiliev was the original co-founder of the project and VapeClub.co.uk was a key financial sponsor that allowed to get the project off the ground. Madagascar Mobile Library is a US registered 501(c)(3)Nonprofit and also a Madagascar registered Nonprofit. US NONPROFIT TAX ID #99-3740956

Have you ever heard of William Kamkwamba, the boy from Malawi who harnessed the wind? He and his family e

ndured intense poverty and hunger until he found an unexpected solution. Using library books, at the age of 14, he built a windmill to power his family’s home from makeshift scraps. Research has shown that literacy and education is directly linked to a better quality of life. Madagascar ranks 155 out of 187 in the 2014 Human Development Index, making it one of the most impoverished countries. Several areas of Madagascar are also isolated and have no access to books. Mobile libraries can be utilized to empower and improve Malagasy lives. The Madagascar Mobile Library is a traveling library & program that supports the establishment of libraries as engines of empowerment and social change. Together, we find “locally relevant solutions, often built on ‘hybrids’ that mix local traditions with ‘modern’ best practices.”

Just 1 hour walking from the end of the paved road, and nearly 2 hours away from the RN4, lies the village of Beirina — ...
08/05/2026

Just 1 hour walking from the end of the paved road, and nearly 2 hours away from the RN4, lies the village of Beirina — one of the communities we have been visiting throughout this school year.

In this small rural village, the public primary school welcomes 158 students with only 5 teachers. One of those teachers is also the school director, while teaching two classes at the same time. Despite the challenges, education continues every single day because the community believes deeply in learning and in a better future for their children.

Most families in Beirina are farmers. They grow rice on their own land or on rented fields, along with green beans, potatoes, peanuts, beans, and cassava — a crop that often replaces rice during the hardest times of the year. Many families also raise chickens, ducks, geese, and roosters, while only a few own zebus or pigs.

Since the beginning of our visits, the people of Beirina have welcomed us with incredible warmth and commitment. Every day during our tours, more than 40 adults and over 90 children from the public primary school join our activities. Their curiosity, motivation, and desire to learn continue to inspire us.

Beirina is also home to one of our Food Forest projects. On the land we work on together, our young readers plant beans and peanuts alongside the fruit trees we have introduced. The goal is not only to harvest food together, but also to encourage families and children to plant and grow these crops on their own land in the future.

In places where access is difficult, hope grows through education, community, and shared knowledge. 🌱📚

We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the American School of Antananarivo for their generous donation of book...
04/05/2026

We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the American School of Antananarivo for their generous donation of books, and for choosing us as beneficiaries.

Your kindness is more than a gift—it’s an investment in knowledge, dreams, and the future of every child who will open these pages. We promise these books will be used with care, love, and purpose, helping young minds grow, learn, and believe in themselves.

This is what impact looks like—when a simple act of generosity creates opportunities that last a lifetime. If you’d like to be part of this journey and help us reach even more children, we would love to have you with us.

📚 Donation link in the bio

Donor Thank You 🤍We would like to express our deepest gratitude to Randy, Jyoni, Miriam and Emily for their incredible g...
29/04/2026

Donor Thank You 🤍

We would like to express our deepest gratitude to Randy, Jyoni, Miriam and Emily for their incredible generosity. Thanks to you, we have received essential items including a phone, a laptop, and sports jerseys that will directly support our work on the ground.

The jerseys will help encourage young people to engage more in sports, build positive habits, and stay away from drugs. The laptop will be used for our daily work — including Word, Sheets, Drive, and other essential tools — to strengthen our organization and improve our impact. The phone will help us capture photos and videos to share our mission and activities on social media.

A special thank you as well for your support following Jia’s post about soccer equipment and books — your responsiveness and kindness truly mean a lot to us.

Every donation matters. Every action creates real impact.

If you’d like to be part of this movement and help change lives, we warmly invite you to support our mission.

Donate here 👉 https://madagascarmobilelibrary.org/donate




22/04/2026
🌍 Happy Earth Day 🌱Today, we celebrate our planet — but more importantly, we protect it.In our food forest, every tree p...
22/04/2026

🌍 Happy Earth Day 🌱

Today, we celebrate our planet — but more importantly, we protect it.

In our food forest, every tree planted is a promise 🌳
A promise to restore the soil, to grow sustainably, and to live in harmony with nature 🌿✨

This is more than just a garden.
It’s a living ecosystem — where food, biodiversity, and community grow together 💚

Small actions, big impact.
Let’s choose to nurture the Earth, not just today, but every day.

🌍💫

Today I had a meaningful conversation with a woman about using a menstrual cup. For many of us here in Madagascar, it’s ...
16/04/2026

Today I had a meaningful conversation with a woman about using a menstrual cup. For many of us here in Madagascar, it’s still something new and unfamiliar—but it can truly make a big difference.

I explained how a menstrual cup is not only practical, but also reusable, which means less waste and long-term savings. Unlike disposable products, it can be used for years with proper care. It’s also comfortable, safe, and allows more freedom during daily activities.

At first, she was hesitant (which is completely normal), but little by little, she became curious and open to the idea. Moments like this remind me how important it is to share knowledge and support each other, especially when it comes to women’s health.

Change can feel strange at first, but sometimes it leads to something much better.

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A huge thank you to Randy 🙏💛Because of your generous donation, we were able to purchase this generator ⚡🍄 (see photos be...
07/04/2026

A huge thank you to Randy 🙏💛

Because of your generous donation, we were able to purchase this generator ⚡🍄 (see photos below). This is a big step forward for our project and our community.

Here in Madagascar, we experience frequent power cuts ⚡❌ sometimes every day. For most people, it’s an inconvenience… but for us, it can mean losing everything.

We have a laboratory where we cultivate mushrooms and produce mycelium 🧫🍄. This process requires strict sterilization of all equipment to avoid contamination. Without electricity, we cannot sterilize properly, and entire batches can be lost.

This generator is not just a machine — it secures our lab work, protects our production, and supports local farmers and families who depend on this project 🌱💫

Randy, your support is making a real and lasting impact. Thank you for believing in us 🙌

We still need your help 🤝
Our needs go beyond fuel and maintenance. Our NGO has many ongoing and future projects — from agriculture to education and community support.

Every donation, no matter how small, helps us grow and reach more people ❤️

👉 If you would like to support us, please send us a message or donate today.

Together, we can grow more than mushrooms — we can grow hope 🌍🍄✨

For International Women’s Day, I chose this photo to celebrate the power of women who learn, share, and grow together. 📚...
08/03/2026

For International Women’s Day, I chose this photo to celebrate the power of women who learn, share, and grow together. 📚💜

Women are essential for change. Through learning and knowledge, they strengthen communities and inspire the next generation.

At Madagascar Mobile Library, empowering women through education and access to books is at the heart of our mission.

Happy International Women’s Day to all the incredible women making a difference every day. 🌍✨

16/02/2026

Hello Everyone, this is a video from Carion during the tour.

In the countryside,  people say that the rainy season is the hardest time. Work becomes scarce, the price of rice soars,...
14/02/2026

In the countryside, people say that the rainy season is the hardest time. Work becomes scarce, the price of rice soars, forcing many families to trade rice for cassava just to survive the difficult days. But this man's story awakens a glimmer of hope within us. By faithfully applying the farming techniques we shared with the villagers, he managed to achieve a bountiful harvest of cassava.

In the heart of a challenging season, his field has become a shining symbol of resilience and possibility. This is not just a harvest; it's tangible proof that good knowledge, sharing, and unwavering determination can transform challenges into successes, making change truly possible.

We are proud to support initiatives that empower communities and transform lives. Your support for our NGO helps spread these methods and cultivate hope so that other families can also reap the rewards of their hard work.

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Antananarivo

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:30
Thursday 08:00 - 17:30
Friday 08:00 - 17:30

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+261340882284

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