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Raising A Reader

Org #5202
Vetted since 2010 Top Ranked Effective Nonprofit Site Visit Verified
1999
year founded
$584,310
raised on GlobalGiving
15
years fundraising
10
projects funded
* Amounts in US Dollars

Mission

Overview: Raising a Reader is a national nonprofit that partners with parents and educators to create brighter futures for children by strengthening family bonds. Family engagement is at the core of what we do. Our evidence-based programs help caring adults set their children up for success by creating shared reading routines, fostering social emotional learning, healthy family relationships and learning skills needed to thrive in school and beyond. Through easy-to-use, multilingual materials and diverse stories, we meet families where they are and make shared reading more engaging and accessible for all children. Vision: Every child has the family support and reading skills they need t... read more

Project Leaders
Jennifer Ford
Jennifer Ford
Shelly Coulter
Shelly Coulter
Sierra Hersek
Sierra Hersek
Team
Michelle Torgerson, Rebecca Chrystal, Jennifer Ford, Sierra Hersek
Organization Information
913 Hanson Court
Milpitas, CA 95035
United States
6504890550
Organization Information
913 Hanson Court
Milpitas, CA 95035
United States
6504890550

Project Reports

Each of GlobalGiving’s nonprofit partners is required to send quarterly donor reports detailing the impact of their work. Here are some of their recent updates:

Reaching 20,000 New Children in 2026

By Ashley Kruse | Grant Manager

We're already making strides in 2026, and we're taking a moment to celebrate what you helped make possible last year. Because of your continued support, in 2025 our program reached more than 20,000... Read the full report ›

We've Reached 20,000 Children and Growing!

By Ashley Kruse | Grant Manager

Dear Supporters and Book Lovers,    The year-end giving season is almost upon us! As we step into the season of generosity, we’re excited to share an inspiring milestone with you.... Read the full report ›

NEW GOAL: Help us reach 20,000 Children!

By Sierra Hersek | Director of Development

Hello! Our home library program has reached over 16,000 children and families thanks to generous donors like you!  We initially aimed to reach 1,000 children, but your support has helped us far... Read the full report ›
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