donor sign-in

Join Aarushi in support of Every book I read helps educate a child in India (Chicago)

Aarushi

125 from 3 donors 8 updates 150 goal
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.

Thank You!!!

Posted on August 21

Thank you so much Tamao for donating to my page!!!

Thank You!!!

Posted on August 14

Thanks so much for donating to my page Aditya and mommy!!! :)

Update #6

Posted on August 13

I just finished a book today! It is called Dreamland by Sarah Dessen. :)

One More Book I Have Read

Posted on August 11

A Dog Called Homeless- Sarah Lean

More and More Books

Posted on August 11

A Long Walk to Water- Linda Sue Park
Peak- Roland Smith

Sorry, I keep forgetting what books I have read. :)

More Books

Posted on August 11

Three Times Lucky- Sheila Turnage
Escape From Mr. Lemoncello’s Library- Chris Grabenstein
The Julian Chapter- R.J. Palacio

Books I have Finished

Posted on August 11

The Moon and More- Sarah Dessen
Homeroom Diaries- James Patterson
13 Gifts- Wendy Mass
What Happened to Goodbye- Sarah Dessen
The Truth About Forever- Sarah Dessen
Lock and Key- Sarah Dessen

Update #1

Posted on July 27

Hi everyone! I just finished The Lord of Opium by Nancy Farmer. It was a great a book. I recommend reading The House of the Scorpion first though. Both are really good books. :)