Draper, Utah (May 26, 2025) – IKEA Draper is excited to partner with Utah non-profit, To’omalatai Family Foundation and All Poly Sports to celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month. They’ll be collecting donations to uplift young readers in the South Pacific through a book drive. You can help fill the iconic BILLY bookcase with books for bright Samoan futures!

Visit the entrance at IKEA Draper on May 31, 2025, between 10am – 4pm and donate new or gently used children’s books. Everyone who donates gets to spin to win a prize. All books will go to students at Falefitu and Lalomanu Primary Schools in Samoa. “IKEA Draper is proud to support local organizations who share our vision to prioritize and educate children whether it’s right here at home in Utah or far away. We believe To’omalatai Family Foundation shares our values and this partnership is a natural fit for us. We wanted to make giving back fun- we hope you’ll join us,” says Andrea Rivers, Loyalty Manager-IKEA Draper To’omalatai Family Foundation Founder, Talia Thompson says, " I just wanted to start a domino effect and hope it inspires people to donate what they can to help elevate the schools within the Pacific Islands and give kids the resources they need to be successful within their education."

"Partnering with an influential company like IKEA is truly an incredible opportunity. It means so much to see a global brand align with our mission to uplift and support the Pasifika community. More than anything, we hope the love we have for our culture and all of Oceania shines through and is felt by everyone who takes part in this event," says To’omalatai Family Foundation Director, Janay Lata.