giving KIDS an appetite for READING
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..aims to bridge the reading gap by providing children with the resources they may not have access to at home. Our goal is to help children who aren't reading at grade level to gain confidence, while providing a comfortable setting in which to learn.
About Us
Read and Feed is an after-school literacy program that provides meals, tutoring and books to children from low-income families in Wake County.
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Get Involved
There are many ways you can help us give KIDS an appetite for READING - volunteer, conduct a book drive, sponsor a site or a child, provide meals, to name just a few.
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Current Volunteers
Volunteers, click here to access your schedule and helpful resources.
Learn more »Our Impact
78% of children who attend a Read and Feed program have improved reading attitude or confidence. And teachers tell us their discipline improves and the students do their homework.
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Reading to kids for 15 minutes makes a difference in development
March 11, 2018
A child’s first years of life are the most important when it comes to brain development, yet the majority of children in the U.S. miss out on an activity that...
Benefits of Reading You Probably Didn’t Know
2/6/2018
Were you aware that reading more often can help prevent Alzheimer’s Disease? Encouraging your kids to pick up a book can also provide them with a wealth of knowledge which...
Feed the Reader Breakfast
05/02/18
The Feed the Reader Breakfast is our annual event to raise awareness about the impact of Read and Feed on our local community. Join us for an informative breakfast to...
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