March is National Reading Month, and the start of our vital fundraising Readers to Leaders Campaign! This year's Campaign goal is to raise $150,000 to serve more children in the Read Aloud Mentoring Program and expand the program into new schools. Your participation will support the Read Aloud Mentoring Program as a solution to combat the literacy crisis, learning loss, and social isolation for students who need it most. In this time of need, your support is crucial to help provide our students with the opportunity to become successful readers and leaders!

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Travis Brown

Communities First, Inc.

Metro Detroit Board of Advisors

Previously Senior Development Officer at Henry Ford Health and now Director of Fund Development at Communities First, Inc. Travis Brown brings nearly 20 years of experience in strategic planning, business development, and fundraising. Travis considers his love of reading to be one of the most significant factors in his success, broadening his awareness, raising his expectations, and inspiring intentional action. As a Detroit Board member, Travis is committed to supporting the organization's mission by engaging in fundraising efforts, fostering community partnerships, and increasing awareness about the importance of reading in a child's development.