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Turn a story into a smile: Donate books for Operation Smile

  • 30th July 2025
operation smiles is accepting book donations

Operation Smile is collecting fiction books in Abu Dhabi from 1 August to 14 September

 

Have books gathering dust? Give them a second life, and change a life in the process.

Operation Smile is calling on book lovers across Abu Dhabi to donate gently used books and help raise funds for children in need of life-changing cleft surgeries.

Organisers are accepting all kinds of books, but fiction is in highest demand; novels, stories, and tales for kids and teens.

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Whether it’s a childhood favourite or a gripping page-turner, your book could bring both joy to a new reader and a smile to a child who needs it most.

Drop off your donations anytime between 1 August and 14 September at the collection point behind Khalifa University.

Let your stories go further; donate today.

1 August – 14 September, Drop-off Location: Behind Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi. For further information, whats app +97150 537 1613

 

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Shane Reynolds

Shane Reynolds is a seasoned journalist with over 10 years of media experience. He began his career in Ireland as Deputy Editor of the Roscommon People, where he led multiple sections and wrote a weekly sports page. After freelancing for national titles, he moved to the UAE and spent seven years teaching English at top international schools. In 2022, Shane returned to journalism, joining Yalla – Abu Dhabi Life. Now Deputy Editor, he brings strong editorial expertise, a passion for storytelling, and a deep understanding of both Irish and UAE audiences to one of Abu Dhabi’s leading lifestyle publications.
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