At Memphis Striving Readers, we are dedicated to enhancing literacy across our community. We offer various programs, including tutoring, family reading nights, and volunteer training, all aimed at fostering a love for reading and learning.

We invite you to connect with us and stay informed about our initiatives, events, and opportunities to get involved. Your support plays a crucial role in helping us achieve our mission of promoting literacy for everyone in Memphis.

Here are some ways you can follow us:

For any inquiries or to learn more about how you can help, please feel free to reach out to us. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of many through the power of literacy.

Getting the Most from Staying Connected

Following a literacy program is most useful when the updates you receive lead to something you can actually do. Before you sign up for anything, think about how you would like to take part. Some supporters want to read with a child once a week. Others prefer to help at a single family reading night each season. Some simply want to share news with neighbours who might benefit. Knowing your goal makes it easier to pick out the announcements that matter to you.

What to look for in program updates

  • Volunteer training sessions: New tutors usually need an orientation before working with readers. Watch for these sessions and plan around them. You can read more on the volunteer page.
  • Family reading nights: These evenings are a relaxed way for parents, caregivers and children to see shared reading in action. Bring a child along, or come by yourself to see how the evening runs before you volunteer.
  • Calls for books and supplies: Requests often name specific age ranges or reading levels. Donating exactly what is asked for is far more helpful than clearing out a bookshelf at random.

Bringing reading home

Staying in touch with a literacy program is not only about events. Many families find that small, steady habits make the biggest difference. Try ten or fifteen minutes of reading aloud each day. Talk about the pictures and the story. Let children choose books that excite them, even if they choose the same one again and again. Our resources section gathers practical ideas for readers of different ages. It also has tips for adults who are building their own skills.

Spreading the word thoughtfully

Many people who would benefit from tutoring never hear about it. Word of mouth through schools, libraries, faith communities and neighbourhood groups helps close that gap. When you pass on information, keep it simple: what the program offers and how to ask about it. If someone has questions you can't answer, point them to the contact page so they get accurate, up-to-date details.

Every connection counts, whether it's one shared post, one evening of reading or one hour of tutoring.