{"id":1850,"date":"2025-05-12T06:30:37","date_gmt":"2025-05-12T06:30:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urc.org.uk\/?p=58916"},"modified":"2025-05-12T06:30:37","modified_gmt":"2025-05-12T06:30:37","slug":"urc-school-launches-campaign-for-new-library","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/standrewsurcrustington.org.uk\/?p=1850","title":{"rendered":"URC school launches campaign for new library"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Barrow United Reformed Church Primary School has<\/strong> launched a campaign to raise the final \u00a34,000 needed to build a library block.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Around \u00a37,000 has already been raised for a new girls\u2019 secondary school at the Bethany Project in Tanzania, and the Barrow community is working together to meet the \u00a311,000 goal and provide the girls with a safe, inspiring space for learning and growth.<\/p>\n

The library will be a key feature of the school\u2014offering access to books, literacy resources and a nurturing space.<\/p>\n

Nicola McArdle, Headteacher of Barrow URC Primary School, and Helen Porter, Deputy Head, recently visited and taught at the project to see first-hand the positive impact the Lancashire school community is making.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe vision to build a girls\u2019 secondary school on the site will provide a safe and empowering environment for girls, protecting them from barriers such as poverty, early marriage, and unwanted pregnancy,\u201d Nicola said.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe believe that education is the key to transforming lives and reading sits at the very heart of lifelong learning. A library opens doors, sparks imaginations, and helps build confidence, curiosity, and independence. It\u2019s a vital part of giving these girls the opportunities they deserve.\u201d<\/p>\n

The school is encouraging donations of any size.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re now asking our wonderful community to help us raise the final \u00a34,000 over the next year so we can complete the library block. Every single contribution, no matter how big or small, will make a real and lasting difference to the futures of these girls.\u201d<\/p>\n

To make a donation, visit Barrow URC Primary School\u2019s GoFundMe page<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Learn more about Barrow URC Primary School<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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