The COVID-19 pandemic brought the issue of childhood poverty to the forefront: fewer years of education, lower earnings, higher crime, and lower quality of health in adulthood. In fact, before …
2020-2021 Back to School Plans
While we are more determined than ever to bring our transformational programs to schools and students who need us most, we face significant challenges due to COVID-19 and economic uncertainty. But …
Update from our Executive Director
As each day seems to bring a new challenge and change, we wanted to share in the video below how we are navigating the current landscape.
We Stand Against Hate!
In light of the recent horrific events in our country, we wanted YOU, our community of supporters, to know where we stand. Please take a few moments to listen to this video …
The State of Literacy Now
Dear friends, The past 2 ½ months have been strange at best, and COVID-19 is affecting each one of us in multiple ways. As we continue to navigate through this pandemic, we …
Thank You to our Underwriters, Sponsors and Advertisers
We would like to extend our gratitude to the following individuals and companies who continue to support us even after the cancellation of our 7th Annual Guild Luncheon due to …
Helping Hands for a Family in Need
In the immediate aftermath of school closures, Literacy Now’s first thought was, “How can we help our families?” We knew that many have barriers preventing them from participating in distance learning, …
Adapting to a New Normal
We hope this post finds you and your family safe and well. As everyone is making adjustments to their daily lives during this time, we are also adapting to our new …
Coronavirus Impacts 2020 Guild Luncheon
Dear Friends, As things continue to unfold in the Houston area related to concerns about the spread of the Coronavirus, it seems prudent to cancel or reschedule large public gatherings. …
Allegiance Bank Volunteers with Literacy Now
Run, Run As Fast As You Can! Community partner Allegiance Bank hosted a winter-themed literacy event with the 48 2nd and 3rd-grade students at Pat Neff Elementary in December. The …