February 11, 2021
A day in the life of a distance tutoring coordinator
One of our distance tutoring coordinators showed us what a typical day looks like her for. Watch her “day in the life” here.
Growing a Passion for Learning
September 10, 2020
5 female Seattle authors slaying the literary game
by Nemanja Demic
Seattle is home to many up-and-coming authors, as well as a few staples of the literary world. These 5 Seattle authors are slaying the literary game.
November 14, 2019
Tips for AmeriCorps members living on a budget
by Hannah Tyne
There are many reasons to embark on a year of AmeriCorps national service. AmeriCorps offers a unique opportunity to gain professional experience…
October 8, 2019
Why I’m on a mission to bring books to kids
by Andrea Liao
Andrea is a junior at Interlake High School in Bellevue, Washington, and founder of Book the Future.
Raised with my nose between the pages of my…
June 11, 2018
Four reasons why volunteer reading partners keep volunteering
by Tyler Wilch
Many nonprofit organizations depend on the support of compassionate community volunteers to advance their impact. At Reading Partners, our volunteer tutors are central to our mission—they are the driving force for progress.
February 15, 2018
2018 Friends of National Service Awards
by Nicole Vera
Passion, dedication, and a tireless commitment to national service were on full display at the annual National Service Awards held on February 13,…
December 22, 2016
Yelp Foundation awards $44,000 in prize grants to Reading Partners
by Sarah Balcazar
Voting is closed and results of the annual Yelp Foundation Gives Local (YFGL) contest are being celebrated in local communities across the country.…
November 30, 2016
Help Reading Partners win $50K in Yelp Grants
by Sarah Balcazar
The Yelp Foundation is at it again — spreading generosity to local nonprofits doing meaningful work in their communities. This year, Reading…
May 31, 2016
Kristine's experience as a reading partner
Kristine shares what she learned, and what she loved, during her first year volunteering with Reading Partners in Seattle.
April 28, 2016
Support Reading Partners during Give Local America on May 3
Join the giving movement on May 3 during Give Local America. Support Reading Partners to help students get back on track for success.
April 25, 2016
From reader to leader: One volunteer's story of service
by Sigourney Gundy
Steven Nguyen was the very first volunteer to serve with Reading Partners Seattle. Learn about his story and why he continues to volunteer.
March 1, 2016
Unlocking student potential by raising reading achievement: 2014-15 annual report
by Sarah Balcazar
Learn about the successes at Reading Partners during the 2014-15 program year with the annual report.
January 29, 2016
Yelp Foundation gives $750,000 to fan-favorite nonprofits
by Sarah Balcazar
Yelp Foundation gives big: Recently divvying out three-quarters of a million dollars to nonprofits in 75 US cities through their “Gives Local”…
January 25, 2016
University of Washington students empower young readers in Seattle
by Sigourney Gundy
Through a partnership with University of Washington, Reading Partners Seattle tutoring sessions act as learning experiences for both the students and the tutors.
December 7, 2015
Yelp Foundation gives local
Vote for eight Reading Partners locations in the Yelp Foundation gives local contest.
August 19, 2015
Reading Partners accepted in What Works Clearinghouse
Mobilizing volunteer tutors to improve student literacy.
March 4, 2015
Study finds volunteers can raise reading proficiency and resources in schools
New study finds Reading Partners’ volunteer-led program is an effective literacy intervention and resource multiplier.
February 19, 2014
Literacy Intervention: Inspiring Students to Dream Big
Ana and Israel’s Story
Israel and Ana clicked from the very first time they met in October of 2012. Looking back, Israel says that he felt…
November 11, 2013
"I am a Reading Partner Because..."
There are a million and one reasons to volunteer, here are just a few brought to you by our volunteer tutors.
I am a Reading Partner…
