“One benefit of summer was that each day we had more light to read by.”

- Jeanette Wilson
Partner Highlight:
Countdown to Kindergarten

Our partners are at the heart of our successful program. They're trusted organizations within their communities, and they provide a safe space for parents and caregivers to receive the resources they need to raise successful readers.

This month, we highlight Countdown to Kindergarten. Read more about them here.
Multiyear Funding from the Lawrence J. and Anne Rubenstein Charitable Foundation

We're grateful to have received funding over the last three years as part of a multiyear grant from the Lawrence J. and Anne Rubenstein Charitable Foundation. In total, the award has provided $60,000 toward our programs in Metro Boston. The Foundation has supported our work since 2008. We're grateful to count the Foundation as one of our partners in our mission to provide children and their families with the tools and support they need to eliminate the literacy opportunity gap.

If you're interested in speaking with someone regarding grant opportunities, please contact Jason Lang, Development and Communications Manager, via email at jason@raisingareaderma.org.
Events
Join us for this year's virtual Dinner with an Author gala as we celebrate 15 years of giving the gift of literacy to the children and families of Massachusetts.

Our work to close the literacy opportunity gap began in Chelsea, but has extended throughout the Commonwealth to empower families living in 10 Gateway Cities and Boston. Our goal is to ensure that every child has the same chance to find the joy and opportunities that come through literacy.

This year's event will include special guests, outstanding authors, live and silent auctions, and other fun surprises!
Featuring
Ace Atkins
New York Times Best-Selling Author
Alison Wright
Award-Winning National Geographic Photographer and Author
Jessica Meir, PhD
NASA Astronaut
Registration is free, but there's a suggested donation of $150 per person. 
Register and donate today, and thank you for your support!
You can also make the night special by ordering a wine and snack package from our friends at The Urban Grape.

Place your order here by using the password RAR2021
Featured Sponsors
Find a full list of sponsors on our event site at dwa21.givesmart.com.
If you have any questions, please contact Jason Lang, Development and Communications Manager, at jason@raisingareaderma.org.
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