This #GivingTuesday, I’m joining a global generosity movement and supporting Read Ahead, a New York City nonprofit dedicated to helping kids develop literacy and social-emotional skills they need to thrive.

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!

If you know me, you know I've been involved with Read Ahead for many years now, and it's one of the organizations whose missions I can wholeheartedly stand behind, as a lover of both reading and New York City. Thank you for your support. It means the world to me!