Children's Literacy
Building Literacy. Building Futures.
Why Literacy?
Access to books and reading role models has been proven to improve children’s confidence, school success, and future civic engagement. Our goal is to meet students where they are — showing up to read, donate books, and encourage educators by putting heart behind every visit.
UsAmerica Advocates Childrens Literacy programs and events will be in collaboration with public schools, primarily middle schools, community, and private organizations to maximize access to those most at risk and in need of services. Existing resources within our communities are readily available and just need to be tapped into. We will be enlisting the services of community leaders and retirees to devote a small amount of their time and experience to make a difference in the lives of our children, our most precious resource. Details of these initiatives will be expounded upon once concrete commitments and timetables are agreed upon.
Stats Speak Volumes
4 X
Children who aren’t reading on grade level by 3rd grade are 4x more likely to drop out of high school.
75%
Over 75% of state prison inmates didn’t finish high school and struggle with basic reading skills.
$225 billion/year
Low literacy costs the U.S. economy $225 billion/year in lost productivity, crime, and poverty-related expenses.
2 TIMES
Black and Hispanic students are twice as likely to read below grade level — and opportunity gaps follow.
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Making A Difference
Every child deserves the opportunity to develop the skills, confidence, and foundation needed to thrive. Through our commitment to children’s literacy, UsAmerica Advocates works to help make those opportunities more accessible within our communities.
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Your support helps us continue that work.
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