My Personal Fundraising Page

I'm raising money for Read Ahead!

In NYC public schools, around 50% of students are struggling with one of the most foundational skills for success: reading.

This is where Read Ahead comes in. We know that with the right support, every student can become a joyful, confident, and fluent reader. Read Ahead intervenes early, providing weekly sessions designed to help 1st - 5th graders develop literacy skills, a love of reading, confidence, and more. And we know Read Ahead works. Last year, 95% of parents and teachers said that their student(s) benefited from being in Read Ahead.

This is a mission I'm passionate about and need your help! Every donation—big or small—helps me reach my fundraising goal and directly impacts this important program.

Here's how you can help:

  • Donate: Contribute whatever you can. No amount is too small!
  • Spread the Word: Share my fundraising page with your friends, family, and social networks. Let's spread awareness so we can raise more!

Thank you for your support. It means the world to me!

Other Ways to Donate

Read Ahead is also pleased to accept donations via check, ACH transfer, credit card, or donation of appreciated stock.

Check
Please make checks payable to Read Ahead and return to:
Read Ahead
Attn: Development Dept.
50 Broad Street, Suite 502
New York, NY 10004

ACH / Wire Transfer
To make your contribution by bank ACH or wire transfer, please direct all funds to:
Chase
120 Broadway
New York, NY 10271

Account #: 978932393
Routing #: 021000021
Account Name: Read Ahead, Inc.

Stock Donations
We are able to accept donations of appreciated stock via transfer to our account. Please email development@readahead.org for more information.

Donor-Advised Funds
We accept donations from donor-advised funds. To get started, please visit here or email development@readahead.org.

Want to multiply the impact of your gift? Ask your employer if they will provide a corporate match for your donation. You can notify the Read Ahead team of any matching funds by filling out this form.

Please contact Lucille Song, Senior Manager, Development Operations at development@readahead.org with any questions.

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My Supporters

  • Morgan Stanley March 2026 $50.00
  • Benny Salanitro March 2026 $25.00
  • Morgan Stanley February 2026 $25.00
  • Lauren Gresia So proud of you!! February 2026 $25.00
  • James Burbage Go Emma!  You got this!   Jimmy, Mary Alaina and the Burbage boys January 2026 $250.00
  • Brian Bogart January 2026 $100.00
  • Elizabeth Harty January 2026 $50.00
  • Meagha Chianese January 2026
  • The Standard Insurance Company Good luck Emma, love Mom and Dad!! January 2026 $300.00
  • PwC January 2026 $75.00
  • The Standard Insurance Company Good luck Emma, love Mom and Dad!! January 2026 $300.00
  • James Burbage Go Emma!  You got this!   Jimmy, Mary Alaina and the Burbage boys January 2026 $250.00
  • Monica & Shawn Gaffney Good luck Emma, love Mom and Dad!! January 2026 $150.00
  • Olivia Vetere January 2026 $132.50
  • Kevin Harty January 2026 $132.50
  • Kieran Gaffney January 2026 $125.00
  • Kathleen Burbage Go Emma! We are so proud of your participation in this wonderful organization.  Kathleen and Jimmy ❤️ January 2026 $106.00
  • Brian Bogart January 2026 $100.00
  • Sarafina Mancuso That’s my girl! January 2026 $100.00
  • Eddie Weinstein Let’s go Emma! Woo January 2026 $79.50

How Read Ahead Makes a Difference