Our Programs
Empowering Students' Imaginations Through Innovative Programming
We invest in children's potential with impactful programs that have fun and support at their core. Find your path to making a difference, and explore what we do below.
We Create Lasting Change
Our aim is to create long-term impact.
Readers Are Leaders
Students start here, in our reading program working on literacy skills.
Storytelling
Students get a chance to tell the world who they are and show how much they've
MentorUp Youth
One person who shows the most promise is given the chance to live out their dream.
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Group Reading Builds Social & Emotional Skills
Reading alone is great, but when your child reads with others they get much more than a good story. Discussing their favorite character's (or bad guy's!) actions and feelings helps children develop empathy, understand different perspectives, and really get into the story. Next time you grab a book, get ready to start some important conversations with your youngster!
Laughter Improves Memory & Reading Comprehension
Laughter is good for the soul and apparently the brain too! Studies show that children who read and enjoy funny stories generally have better comprehension and memory. Be bold and choose a funny book, then make silly voices and movements when reading with your kid. The laughter alone will be worth it, and it will help your child's learning process.
OUr Programs
We SEE All Kids!
We Support, Engage, and Encourage every student to build literacy skills through storytelling, reading comprehension,
and pubic speaking.
From the Page to the Stage
Readers Are Leaders (RaL)
RaL is a transformative program where children become confident readers by re-enacting stories they love. Through interactive script work, tutoring, and acting coaching, our 3rd-8th graders develop foundational reading skills. Then, they perform in front of everyone!
95%
of Students Improved Literacy Skills
100%
of Students Gained Confidence in Reading
- One-on-one tutoring sessions
- Focus on reading comprehension, fluency, and public speaking skills
- Coaching from real-life actors!
In Their Own Words
Storytelling
The "Big Read" initiative, designed by the National Endowment for the Arts and sponsored by the City of Los Angeles Cultural Affairs Department, is a 2-day workshop that gives students the chance to tell us who they are.
With a master storyteller by their side, students embark on their storytelling journeys, overcome self-doubt and discover the power that comes with saying things aloud that have gone unspoken.
50
Stories Created Since 2010
95%
of Participants Build Emotional Intelligence
- Blends arts, crafts, photography, and literature
- Develops communication skills
- Students expand their understanding of the world they live in and themselves
Aspiring Minds Meet Inspiring Professionals
MentorUp Youth
For a few weeks, mentees' dream jobs become their reality for a few weeks. Guided by and working side-by-side with a professional currently doing the job they want most, mentees get a taste of what their futures could look and feel like.
55
Hours of Mentorship
10
Industries
- 6 weeks of personalized mentorship
- Gift bag of items to help student continue on their path
- Our best projects which will inspire you!
Raising Bright Minds: Your Comprehensive Guide to Exciting Storytelling
Take the guesswork out of making reading more enjoyable for your little ones and create a lifetime habit that will
lead to their success.
Testimonials
What Do the Students Have to Say?
30+
Reading Events
10+
Years of Experience
100+
Children Impacted
100+
Volunteers Nationwide
United Voices of Literacy