Kumon - United for Literacy
Join RIF and Kumon at literacy open houses at participating centers March 3. Kumon -- the world’s largest after-school math and reading enrichment program -- will donate four new* books to children in need across the United States for each new enrollee in March. Kumon has pledged to give up to $75,000 toward new books to Reading Is Fundamental.
*At participating Kumon Centers only. Four books is equivalent to $10. Donation period is March 1-31, 2012.
Nestle’ Share the Joy of Reading Program
Here’s a sweet deal. The Nestle’ Share the Joy of Reading Program invites parents to enter a game code inside specially marked packages of Nestle’ and Wonka products. When you do, you could receive a $10 book certificate and be entered in a monthly drawing to win $5,000! And just for entering, Nestle’ will donate 10¢ to RIF.
Cars.com Cares Campaign
Reading Is Fundamental was one of seven finalists for the “Cars Cares” campaign sponsored by Cars.com, the premier online resource for buying and selling new and used vehicles. The contest ended 2/13 and RIF was eligible to win $100,000. Stay tuned for details on the winner.
Gerber Life - What's a Picture Worth?
Gerber Life Facebook fans across the country uploaded photos of their children into a mosaic on the Gerber Life Facebook Page. For every photo uploaded, Gerber Life donated $1 to RIF, up to $10,000. The promotion ended 2/13. When we have a final tally, we'll post results here. Thank you for participating.
Congress is Taking Action
On December 16, Congress voted to award $28 million to national literacy organizations and libraries through a competitive grant process. This critical action will help restore funds for books and literacy resources for children in need nationwide. Guidelines for the competition will be established by the U.S. Department of Education; a timeline for the competition is not known at this time. THANK YOU to everyone who sent messages to Congress. Your voice was heard!
How can you help?
Together, we can continue to create a literate America—one book, one choice, one child at a time.
