At Literati, we believe that by simply discovering a magical book, a child’s relationship with reading can be changed for the better.
But it’s not that easy for everyone. Did you know that 61% of low-income families have no books at all in their homes for their children?* [Source]
This Giving Tuesday, we’re spotlighting groups that work tirelessly to change the lives of kids in underserved communities by ensuring they have access to great books. We’re proud to partner with them to provide the resources kids need to fall in love with reading. Together, we’ve donated over a million books (and counting)!
If you’re a Literati customer, you can join in and participate for Giving Tuesday and beyond. Simply use your Literati book box and pre-paid shipping label to send us any gently loved books your child has outgrown. Through our partnerships with these charitable organizations, we’ll make sure your books find a new home with a child who needs them.
Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation
Founded by Stephen and Ayesha Curry, Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation is committed to unlocking the potential of every child by fighting to end childhood hunger, ensuring students have access to a quality education, and providing safe places for all children to play and be active. Literati has partnered with ELP to donate books throughout the Oakland, California area and other communities close to the Curry’s hearts.
BookSpring
BookSpring is the leading Central Texas organization focused on building literacy skills. Their programs increase awareness of the importance of reading and provide literacy tools. They partner with medical clinics, schools, and other nonprofits to distribute books and host events to educate, inspire, and build motivation to read. To date, BookSpring has helped Literati donate hundreds of thousands of books within the Austin area.
Andy Roddick Foundation
Andy Roddick Foundation envisions a world where all young people have endless opportunities to realize and achieve their potential. They work with the local community to expand opportunities for young people to learn, thrive, and succeed. Over the last two decades, ARF efforts have raised more than $30 million, contributing to grants, direct services, and programs.
Reading Is Fundamental
Reading Is Fundamental is committed to a literate America by inspiring a passion for reading among all children, providing quality content to make an impact, and engaging communities in the solution to give every child the fundamentals for success. As the nation’s largest children’s literacy nonprofit, Reading Is Fundamental maximizes every contribution to ensure all children have the ability to read and succeed.
