As Co-Founder and Director of the Bouncing Books Foundation, Luke Ellyard is passionately committed to transforming the educational landscape for children in Tanzania. With a robust background spanning 24 years at KPMG, including 14 years in the UAE, Luke brings a wealth of expertise in...
As Co-Founder and Director of the Bouncing Books Foundation, Luke Ellyard is passionately committed to transforming the educational landscape for children in Tanzania. With a robust background spanning 24 years at KPMG, including 14 years in the UAE, Luke brings a wealth of expertise in assurance, financial services, and internal controls to the foundation. His extensive experience in external and internal audit, coupled with a deep understanding of financial accounting under both US GAAP and UK GAAP, equips him with the skills necessary to ensure the foundation operates with transparency and accountability.
Since relocating to Tanzania in October 2022, Luke has been instrumental in spearheading key projects aimed at enhancing reading and learning opportunities for local children. The Bouncing Books Foundation focuses on creating accessible libraries, providing educational resources, and implementing literacy programs that cater to the diverse needs of Tanzanian youth. Under his leadership, the foundation has initiated partnerships with local schools and communities, fostering a collaborative approach to education that empowers children and encourages a lifelong love of reading.
Luke’s vision for the Bouncing Books Foundation is not just to improve literacy rates but to make a lasting impact on the lives of children, helping them navigate their educational journeys with confidence and resilience. His commitment to social impact is evident in every project undertaken by the foundation, as he leverages his professional skills to drive meaningful change in the community. Through his leadership, the Bouncing Books Foundation is poised to be a catalyst for educational transformation in Tanzania, inspiring a new generation of readers and learners.
