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Transforming Literacy, One Community at a Time

At the Children’s Literacy Project (CLP), we believe solving America’s literacy crisis starts at the community level. By equipping local leaders, volunteers, and organizations with the tools they need, we are activating a nationwide movement to ensure every child has the opportunity to become a confident reader.

Through initiatives like the film SENTENCED, the National Literacy Database, and strategic partnerships with local organizations, we are mobilizing communities to take action and make a lasting impact.

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Our work centers around two key groups

Providing the support, resources, and visibility they need to expand their reach and effectiveness.

Offering simple, meaningful ways for anyone to contribute to the literacy movement in their own community.

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Empowering Literacy Organizations & Community Partners

CLP serves as a powerful resource hub for nonprofits, faith-based organizations, libraries, and schools looking to enhance their literacy initiatives.

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How CLP Supports Literacy Leaders

Film SENTENCED: Raising Awareness & Funding

Organizations nationwide are using SENTENCED to educate their communities, spark action, and fundraise for literacy programs.

Success Story: A community literacy group in Ohio raised $50,000 after hosting a SENTENCED screening and discussion event.

Connecting Organizations & Volunteers

CLP is building a curated database of literacy organizations, making it easier for volunteers and partners to connect and collaborate.

Success Story: A small-town in California saw a 10% of those who attended their screening volunteered to become a reading mentor.

Strategic Partnerships

Expanding Literacy Efforts NationwideCLP helps churches, libraries, and grassroots organizations develop and implement impactful literacy initiatives in their communities.

Success Story: A faith-based literacy group in Texas grew its mentor network by 40% with CLP’s support.

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Activating Individuals to Take Action

Solving the literacy crisis requires all of us. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or concerned community member, there are meaningful ways you can help—right where you are.

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How You Can Get Involved

SENTENCED: Inspiring Action

The documentary SENTENCED has moved thousands of people to step up and take action for literacy.

Success Story: A working professional in California, inspired by the film, committed to mentoring a struggling reader just one hour per week.

Volunteer & Community Engagement

CLP makes it easy for anyone to get involved, whether through direct mentoring, supporting local programs, or starting a new literacy initiative.

Success Story: A retired teacher in Florida found a new purpose, mentoring 10 students per week after connecting with CLP.

Support an Existing Organization

Not sure where to start? CLP connects you with trusted literacy programs that need volunteers, funding, and advocacy.

Success Story: A single mom with limited time discovered a virtual mentoring opportunity through CLP, allowing her to help from home.

Take the first step today

Join the Movement

The literacy crisis in America is urgent—but it is also solvable. CLP is activating communities, organizations, and individuals to be part of the solution

Find a literacy organization

Join our Database

Volunteer in your community

Reading Mentor

Host a screening of Sentenced