Read United is a year-round series of programs that aim to improve early language and childhood literacy for all children in in our region.
Why is it important?
Reading proficiency and literacy is vital to the success of our community. Children with reading difficulties are more likely to experience health and behavioral problems, teen pregnancy, premature departures from school, trouble sustaining employment, and even poverty. Through Read United, we seek to increase opportunities for achievement and brighter futures for all by ensuring that children reach important language milestones.
Programs
Read United Day: United Way volunteers read to classrooms and give books to every student in our region in pre-k through 2nd grade.
Read United Buddies: Volunteers visit selected second-graders who need support to read on grade level twice weekly to read together.
Summer Reading: In conjunction with summer food programs, books are distributed to children alongside their meals.
