Presented by Joyful Readers Inc

2026 Young Reader of the Year Awards

About This Event

Celebrate Our Students' Success!

Join us for a night of inspiration at the Young Reader of the Year Awards! We're excited to recognize the incredible achievements of the 4 outstanding students who have made big strides in their reading over the past school year. Celebrate with us as our AmeriCorps tutors recognize the achievements of our 4 outstanding award recipients.

We’ll have heavy hors d’oeuvres and an open bar. Dress however you’d like – from festive to fancy!

This celebration brings together supporters of Joyful Readers, including educators, school leaders, corporate champions, and all the people working to make children’s lives better throughout Philadelphia. Guests will have the opportunity to meet our cohort of dedicated tutors while learning more about our research-driven approach that shapes our reading program.

Tickets are free, but a donation helps show your support of our literacy efforts throughout Philadelphia. Please consider making a gift to ensure Joyful Readers can continue to support ensure that Philadelphia students become confident and successful Readers.

If your company or employer would be interested in supporting the event through sponsorship, please reach out to David Weinsein at dweinstein@joyfulreaders.org.

Let's come together for a night of celebration and inspiration, while making a lasting commitment to literacy!

About This Event

Celebrate Our Students' Success!

Join us for a night of inspiration at the Young Reader of the Year Awards! We're excited to recognize the incredible achievements of the 4 outstanding students who have made big strides in their reading over the past school year. Celebrate with us as our AmeriCorps tutors recognize the achievements of our 4 outstanding award recipients.

We’ll have heavy hors d’oeuvres and an open bar. Dress however you’d like – from festive to fancy!

This celebration brings together supporters of Joyful Readers, including educators, school leaders, corporate champions, and all the people working to make children’s lives better throughout Philadelphia. Guests will have the opportunity to meet our cohort of dedicated tutors while learning more about our research-driven approach that shapes our reading program.

Tickets are free, but a donation helps show your support of our literacy efforts throughout Philadelphia. Please consider making a gift to ensure Joyful Readers can continue to support ensure that Philadelphia students become confident and successful Readers.

If your company or employer would be interested in supporting the event through sponsorship, please reach out to David Weinsein at dweinstein@joyfulreaders.org.

Let's come together for a night of celebration and inspiration, while making a lasting commitment to literacy!

Getting There

Science History Institute
315 Chestnut Street
Phialdelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
United States