“Chapters for Literacy”
This year’s project focuses on promoting literacy through book donations, volunteer reading, and community partnerships. Together, we can help inspire a lifelong love of reading in children and communities nationwide.
📖 Project Theme
“Chapters for Literacy – Collect books, share stories, and inspire a lifelong love of reading.”
🗓️ Project Timeline
- Sept–Feb: Plan book drives, partner with organizations, schedule reading events.
- March 2, 2026: Celebrate Read Across America Day with volunteer reading events.
- March–May: Continue literacy programs, deliver collected books, and submit chapter reports.
✅ Ways to Participate
- Book Donation Drive – Collect books for local schools, libraries, or shelters.
- Volunteer Reading – Host or join reading events at schools, libraries, or community centers.
- Book Buddies Program – Organize ongoing small group or one-on-one reading sessions.
- Little Free Library – Build, sponsor, or restock a community library.
- Literacy Fundraising – Raise funds to support local or national literacy nonprofits.
📢 Marketing & Recognition
- Share your chapter’s efforts using #GBPReads and #ChaptersForLiteracy.
- Post photos/videos of reading events and book donations.
- Submit your chapter’s highlights to the National Office for recognition.
For support or questions, please contact Dr. Kymberly Harris at [email protected], National Executive Committee (NEC) Advisor Member.