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Reading Mentor pulls double duty
Learn how one volunteer takes time out of his Tuesdays to serve as an in-person AND virtual Reading Mentor.
Traci Murphy • April 27, 2022Read a book, change a life. Volunteering with Lead to Read KC.
Check out our guest blog post on Nonprofit Connect to learn more about how positive relationships with adults can change a child’s life.
Martha Conradt • April 11, 2022The impact of literacy on self-confidence
The ability — or inability — to read affects students in every subject. Read our blog post to learn simple ways to help build a student’s self-confidence.
Martha Conradt • March 24, 2022Read for 15 program builds strong readers
Time reading outside of school adds up for students. Read our blog post to learn more about our partnership with Patrick Mahomes on Read for 15.
Martha Conradt • March 7, 2022Tips and tools for more successful reading mentoring sessions
Get tips and tools for more successful reading and mentoring sessions — and learn about the science of reading in our Lunch & Learn recap.
Martha Conradt • Feb. 21, 2022Love of literacy inspires newlyweds, wedding guests to support young readers
Learn about the big impact one couple’s generosity had for Lead to Read KC students.
Traci Murphy • Feb. 10, 2022Everything’s coming up rainbows: a volunteer profile
Learn about a special connection made between a Lead to Read KC Reading Mentor and her student.
Traci Murphy • Jan. 13, 2022Vote for Lead to Read KC on Target Circle
Learn how you can help Lead to Read KC receive grant funding by becoming a member of Target Circle and voting for Lead to Read KC.
Martha Conradt • Jan. 11, 2022Volunteering and the path to happiness
Studies show numerous benefits to volunteering, including fostering physical and emotional health. Read our blog post to learn more.
Traci Murphy • Dec. 23, 2021Expanded author visit program supports social-emotional learning at critical time
Get the latest news on Lead to Read KC’s partnership with local authors to promote coping skills and self-esteem among our students.
Martha Conradt • Dec. 1, 2021