What is Read United?
Read United supports year-round programming to improve early childhood literacy across our region. Key initiatives include Read United Day, Read United Buddies, and Summer Reading Programs. Originally known as “Read Across Liberty” this program served students within Liberty County and Fort Stewart between 2014 and 2020. Due to the generosity of our sponsors and donors, we now serve students throughout schools in Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, Liberty, and Long counties.
Why is Early Childhood Literacy Important?
Reading proficiency and literacy is vital to the success of our community. Children with reading difficulties are more likely to experience health and behavioral problems, teen pregnancy, premature departures from school, trouble sustaining employment, and even poverty. Through Read United, we seek to increase opportunities for achievement and brighter futures for all by ensuring that children reach important language milestones.
How we all make a difference
With Upward Mobility in mind, United Way of the Coastal Empire intends to help build a ready & resilient workforce and a better future for our youngest citizens. One strategy to accomplish this is to advance early childhood literacy. Through the support of our donors, volunteers, and partnerships, the below programs are implemented year-round in our region.
United Way of the Coastal Empire is bettering our community—one book at a time!
For questions or to secure your sponsorship, contact [email protected] or (912) 651-7700.