500 Reading Heroes Campaign:

A Year of Connection and Literacy

Join us in our mission to transform the lives of young readers across the nation with our "500 Reading Heroes" campaign. This year, Read for America is setting an ambitious goal to pair 500 students, our Little Buddies, with dedicated high school and college Big Buddies. Together, they will explore the vast world of literature through Epic’s award-winning digital library, diving into hundreds of e-books that inspire, educate, and entertain.

Why 500 Reading Heroes?

  • Impactful Connections

    Each pairing creates a meaningful mentorship, fostering a love of reading and learning.

  • Enhanced Literacy

    With personalized support, Little Buddies will improve their reading skills, comprehension, and confidence.

  • Community Building

    This campaign builds a community of readers and mentors, united in their commitment to literacy.

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How You Can Help

  1. Volunteer: If you’re a high school or college student, consider becoming a Big Buddy and make a direct impact on a young reader's life.

  2. Donate: Your contributions will support the resources needed to make these pairings successful, including access to digital libraries and training for Big Buddies.

  3. Spread the Word: Share our mission with your network and help us reach more potential donors and volunteers.

Together, we can assemble 500 Reading Heroes and make this year a transformative journey of connection and literacy for students nationwide. Join us in making a difference, one book at a time.