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Transforming Literacy, One Community at a Time

At the Children’s Literacy Project (CLP), we believe solving America’s literacy crisis starts at the community level. By equipping local leaders, volunteers, and organizations with the tools they need, we are activating a nationwide movement to ensure every child has the opportunity to become a confident reader.

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Fueling Literacy Impact

Activating and Supporting New Literacy Initiatives

Collective Impact

Inner-City Programs

Example
Lit Camp
Inspiring Tomorrow’s Leaders

University Service Initiatives

Example
Bushnell University
Volunteer Multiplication

Regional Initiatives

Example
Read NW
Activating Loving Neighbors

Church Partnerships

Example
South Lake Church
Building Networks

Metropolitan Impact

Example
School Connect WA
Engaging Poverty

Small Town Programs

Example
BeUndivided Lebanon

Our work centers around
two Key Groups

Literacy Organizations
& Partners

Providing the support, resources, and visibility they need to expand their reach and effectiveness.

Register your literacy organization
Register your literacy organization
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Individuals & Volunteers

Offering simple, meaningful ways for anyone to contribute to the literacy movement in their own community.

Become a reading mentor
Become a reading mentor
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Activating Individuals to Take Action

Solving the literacy crisis requires all of us. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or concerned community member, there are meaningful ways you can help—right where you are.

  • Integrated Media and Social Strategy
  • Best-in-class Inspirational and Educational films
  • Activating Citywide Recruitment Campaigns
Take the first step today
Join the Movement
The literacy crisis in America is urgent—but it is also solvable. CLP is activating communities, organizations, and individuals to be part of the solution
Find a literacy organization
Join our Database
Join our Database
Volunteer in your community
Reading Mentor
Reading Mentor
Host a screening of Sentenced
Fundraising
Fundraising

Join Us in Activating Change

Your generosity powers our mission to expand our volunteer network and create content that moves communities to action. When you join the Children's Literacy Project, you're investing in resources that connect passionate volunteers with children who need them most. 

Engage today
Engage today
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