Join Nikhil in support of Every book I read helps educate a child in India (Milwaukee)
Nikhil
- What is the Readathon?
- Pratham USA Readathon 2014 is a fundraising initiative that encourages kids in the U.S. to read more books and raise money to help less fortunate kids in India learn to read.
- How does it work?
- Kids ask their friends and family to donate money to Pratham for every book they read. The more books they read, the more money they raise. Learn more here.
- Where does my money go?
- All donations go to support Pratham’s work for child literacy in India. With the help of trained professionals and dedicated volunteers, Pratham runs pre-schools and after-school programs in many cities and villages of India so that underprivileged children can read, write and count at their appropriate grade level. Pratham needs only $25 to educate one child for one whole year.
- Who can participate?
- Kids of any age can participate (adults too!). Children too young to read can have a parent or other older siblings read to them, and count those books.
- Why participate?
- Reading is good for everyone. Reading to help others by participating in this Readathon is a great way to do community service, and enjoy the benefits of reading at the same time – increased vocabulary, improved communication skills and the joy of helping others.
- Are there prizes?
- Yes! Certificates of Appreciation go to all readers. Prizes will also be given to readers who raise $100, $250, $500, or more. A Young Reader Award will be given to the reader who raises the most money and a Young Leader Award will be given to the Readathon Coordinator who demonstrates strong leadership skills and whose team raises a significant amount of money.
- What is a Readathon Coordinator?
- A Readathon Coordinator (RC) is a high school student who will lead a team of younger readers and guide, support, and cheer them on in meeting their reading and fundraising goals for the Readathon. A RC will learn good management and leadership skills, and can also enjoy all the benefits of being a reader. For more information, click here.
- How do I know if my donation makes a difference?
- With every $1,000 raised, Pratham will be able to educate 40 children for one whole year. Readers and donors will receive a story about a group of students helped through money they raised or donated in the Readathon. For reading some stories from last year, click here.
Thanks to...
| Nov 28 |
Smitha view profile
Smitha
made a 30 contribution |
|
Jayachand view profile
Jayachand
made a 25 contribution |
|
| Aug 28 |
Nandida view profile
Nandida
made a 50 contribution |
|
25 in offline donations |
Every book I read helps educate a child in India
Dear Friends,
I am participating in Pratham USA Readathon 2014 because I want to help less fortunate children attend Pratham schools and learn to read, write and count well. Pratham is a not-for-profit organization that is educating millions of kids in India since it was founded in 1994. It is very well known and has won many international awards for its work in child literacy and education. Pratham USA raises funds and awareness in the US for this important cause. Please visit www.prathamusa.org for more information.
Lord of the Rings by J.R.R Tolkien Book One The Fellowship of the Ring
The Lord of the Rings is a very interesting book that I have wanted to read for a long time. The book is a substantially hard book that requires a certain level of reading to finish. The book takes place in a mystical area called Middle Earth. The book revolves around the whole idea of a powerful ring that can influence the power of any one individual no matter how bad or good the person is.
House of Hades by Rick Riordan
In this book the two main characters Percy and Annabeth fall into the realm of Hades. They must find a way to reach an exit so they can meet up with their friends. But along the way some unknown and dangerous things lurk. Percy and Annabeth must conquer all of these obstacles in order to finish their journey.
Red Badge Of Courage by Stephen Crane
The Great Gatsby by Scott Fitzgerald
Stormbreaker by Anthony Horowitz
Sincerely,
Nikhil James
Read stories of real lives changed
Smita loves showing off what she has learnt
Arshiya wants to teach English!
Nagaraju gains confidence!
Engineering a future for Palak
Pratham USA - Every Child In School and Learning Well
Pratham is the largest not-for-profit organization providing quality education to underprivileged children in India. Pratham uses very low-cost and scalable methods and works in collaboration with the government, local communities, parents, teachers and volunteers across the country to educate millions of children every year. Pratham’s mission is “Every Child in School and Learning Well.”
Pratham USA, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a four-star rating (the highest possible) from Charity Navigator accepts tax deductible contributions from U.S. donors to help Pratham continue and expand its work for child literacy and education. For more information, visit www.prathamusa.org.
Tell Nikhil why you
this cause!