Introduction

Launched in February 1988, the Books Across the Seas (BATS) program is a testament to the Rotary Club of Makati's commitment to supporting less privileged communities by partnering with other Rotary Clubs, primarily in District 3830, for book donation and distribution initiatives. Administered by the Rotary Club of Makati (RCM) and funded by the Makati Rotary Club Foundation, Inc. (MRCFI), with support from Philippine National Bank and Rex Bookstore, these guidelines serve as a Memorandum of Agreement between RCM and requesting Rotary Clubs or Districts.

Guidelines

1. Book Request Procedure

   • All requests for books must be submitted via the online form and approved by the BATS Chairman.

2. Token Donation

   • A token donation of Php 3.00 for each book is required to cover project expenses. The Official Receipt (OR) will serve as your gate pass to access the RCM-BATS warehouse for book pickup. Please make the check payable to "Rotary Club of Makati, Inc.-BATS."

3. Reporting

   • Rotary Clubs are eligible for multiple requests as long as they have no pending reports. Reporting must be submitted within thirty (30) days after each book pickup from the warehouse. Reports should include pictures of the turnover with a banner acknowledging the Rotary Club of Makati.

4. Usage Restrictions

   • The books provided by BATS are not for resale and should not be used for political purposes.

5. Book Availability

   • Selection of books is on a first-come, first-served basis. Requested books are subject to availability.

6. Quantity Limits

   • For Rotary Clubs: A maximum of 10,000 pieces of books are allowed for each Rotary Club per request.

   • For Districts: A maximum of 300,000 pieces of books are allowed for each District per request 

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Contact Information

For inquiries regarding this application, please contact the Rotary Club of Makati Secretariat at the following:

• Telephone: 899-7863, loc. 106

• Email: rcm3830@gmail.com

These guidelines are binding, and compliance with their terms is mandatory at all times. The Rotary Club of Makati and the Books Across the Seas program look forward to your cooperation in making a positive impact on less privileged communities through the power of education and literacy.