Event Purpose
The ability to read well is often taken for granted. It is something we assume everyone can do, but that is not true for over 80,000 adults in the greater-Richmond area. Low literacy is often an intergenerational cycle that impacts society in every possible way – employment, poverty, physical/mental healthcare, education systems and parenthood. READ students make an effort to attend 2-4 hours of instruction a week, even after days spent working, caring for children, and even if it means traveling an hour or more by public transit. With your support, we can create a stronger community in which everyone has the opportunity to lead a literate life, regardless of their circumstances or challenges.
By addressing the literacy needs of adults and enabling them to achieve their goals, The READ Center’s programs create a positive ripple effect that extends beyond the individual learners. We foster a more educated and engaged community, where families can break the cycle of low literacy and empower future generations to thrive academically and socially.
Please contact Olivia Warner for all event inquiries via email (olivia@readcenter.org) or by calling the office (804)288-9930.