SM CARES DELIVERS OVER 70,000 BOOKS TO LIBRARY COMMUNITIES NATIONWIDE

In celebration of its 40th anniversary, SM Cares, the corporate social responsibility arm of SM Supermalls, wrapped up the Book Nook Book Donation Drive with an inspiring show of community spirit, collecting over 70,000 pre-loved books across 88 SM malls nationwide.

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The initiative brought together thousands of Filipinos in a shared mission to spark the joy of reading and promote lifelong learning.

Launched as a safe, welcoming space where children and families can discover the joy of reading, Book Nook was created with one simple purpose: to make learning accessible to every community. More than a mere collection of books, it is a movement that nurtures curiosity, strengthens literacy, and opens doors to opportunities—especially for young learners who need it the most. By building spaces that inspire imagination and connection, Book Nook reflects SM’s belief that reading has the power to uplift lives and shape brighter futures.

FROM SPARK TO MOVEMENT

“When SM celebrated its 40th anniversary, the focus was not on grandeur, but on purpose: to transform this spirit of sharing into a full-fledged Book Nook Book Donation Drive,” shared Mr. Cesar Gilbert Q. Adriano, Director of the National Library of the Philippines. “From that spark, the journey truly took root, born from a shared belief that stories are gifts meant to be passed on.”