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Welcome to ABC Read

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About Us

We are dedicated to helping develop and nurture a culture of literacy in Black and underserved communities. In our commitment to providing books and interactive reading events, we believe these are some of the things that are beneficial in helping to eliminate the low levels of reading proficiency in these environments.

5,747

Books have been distributed so far

10,000

Distribute by the end of year

400

Raving reviews since the launch

Vision of ABC Read

To create a highly literate and thriving culture in our Black and underserved communities in Cleveland and beyond that leads to self-sufficiency and liberation in all areas of life.

It has been truly a blessing to be able to give new and gently used books that represent Black people, culture, history and experiences as well as healthy snacks to community members that need it the most.  We have been able to help build home libraries for our Black and underserved communities consistently for 10 years and counting.

Our reading events that we’ve had at the farmer’s market, local libraries, Stonebrook Montessori school, the African American Cultural Gardens and the many books we’ve given to local schools was only made possible by way of grants and donations from people in the community who care about eradicating illiteracy in Black and underserved communities.

In addition to the books, bags, supplies and snacks that the people received, the memories that were created, by way of  intergenerational connections,  super dope interactive activities, guest speakers and just all around great family vibe, made our reading events meaningful and priceless.

We hope that you find it in your hearts to give to a cause that not only will be impactful in the present, but will also be very impactful in the future.

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Testimonials

We gave 3,873 books our goal is to distribute 5,000 by the end of the year.
testimonials
ABC Read is so needed in our community.

My children and I really enjoyed the jeopardy game, the healthy snacks
and the book selection is amazing.

We really love the architect Mr. Mapson when he came to speak us at
the Bye Bye Summer slide reading event.

Who else is giving books by Dr. Claude Anderson, Assata Shakur and
Frantz Fanon

You have activities for the whole family to enjoy.

When you read to us you make me feel like I’m in the book.

I love seeing books where the characters look like me.

Thank you for having healthy food options at your reading events.

I enjoy seeing the kids read books aloud.

Y’all aint no joke when it comes to the book selection.

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