Opinion: Prescribing love of reading to young families should be mandatory
(This article by Esther J. Cepeda, originally appeared on NBCLatino on 03/20/2013. The Southern Arizona chapter of the national organization, “Reach Out and Read” is one of Literacy Connects’ programs.) CHICAGO — A few weeks ago, I approached an apocalyptic-sounding essay in The New York Times titled “The Country That Stopped Reading.” Finally, I thought, […]
We LOVE the Tucson Festival of Books!! Join us there!
The Tucson Festival of Books is a literary blockbuster and a HUGE supporter of Literacy Connects. If fact, the Festival is currently the single largest financial supporter of our programs. The Festival is only in its 5th year, but already is the 4th largest event of its kind – challenging long-standing book festivals in huge […]
Student Ambassadors visit the Arizona State Legislature
On February 11, a group of Student Ambassadors from Literacy Volunteers of Tucson (LVT) and Pima College Adult Education (PCAE) spent a day touring the Capitol, and meeting with their elected officials. These Student Ambassadors spoke on behalf of the over one million adults in Arizona who need adult basic education programming. The trip took […]
Celebrate Love of Reading Month with Literacy Connects!!
Here at Literacy Connects we LOVE Love of Reading Month and are working to share our passion for literacy and education throughout the community. Take a look at what our programs are doing to celebrate reading this February!! Free Book Distribution To celebrate Love of Reading Month, Reading Seed has selected 8 lucky elementary […]
Reading Seed honored as EDU Accelerator of the Year!
We are proud to announce that Reading Seed, Literacy Connects’ reading program for school-age students, was recently honored as EducationPortal.com’s EDU Accelerator of the Year! Each month of 2012, Education Portal awarded $500 to an education-focused organization that shares its mission of increasing education accessibility. At the end of the year, all organizations were nominated […]
The Power of One
If you missed Literacy Connects Annual Fundraiser in 2011, you’ll want to watch this video to learn why increasing literacy is the single best way to 1) improve the quality of life for thousands of community members, and 2) ensure a prosperous local economy. The message is clear: The future prosperity of Tucson depends upon […]
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service on January 21st
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?” Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Literacy Connects offices will be closed on Monday for MLK Day, but we invite you to join our Reading Seed staff at Reid Park (Ramadas # 14 & 15) from 10 am to Noon for a morning […]
Congratulations Brenda!!
Following our November fundraiser luncheon, the names of all donors who made a multi-year pledge were entered into a drawing to receive a free Apple iPad mini, compliments of Nextrio (one of our favorite sponsors). On December 5th, Brenda Koedyker was the proud winning recipient of this awesome device. Literacy Connects greatly appreciates Nextrio’s continuing support […]
Final Countdown to a NEW YEAR of Literacy!
As we enter the final week of sharing the many very special reasons to support our organization, we want to express our gratitude to all who have contributed during the past month. Thank you for understanding that literacy is the bedrock upon which we build our lives – and for recognizing that maintaining and growing […]
Tucson Festival of Books presents Literacy Connects, Reading Seed and University of Arizona with $200,000 for literacy programs!!
Thank you Tucson Festival of Books for supporting literacy efforts in our community!! In addition to providing two unforgettable days each year where words and imagination truly come to life, the Festival also helps ensure vital literacy programs are available in Tucson and Southern Arizona. On Thursday, November 8, the Tucson Festival of Books presented […]
