Since 1994
We have successfully brought
families together to discover the joy of reading to their children, infusing math and completing art projects.
A Few Succes Stories…
- conducted more than 325 turnaround trainings for nearly 4,000 parents, families and community members at schools, community centers and early childcare centers;
- improved effective family and school partnerships;
- more than 2,500 low-income families from various Philadelphia neighborhoods engaged in interactive reading, math and art activities; and
- distributed over 2,000 books to start and/or add to home libraries.
Our Programs
These programs are designed to help society’s most vulnerable: low-income children and their families. We are committed to helping others, taking convictions and turning them into action. Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions.
Children
Come First!
Parents Lead and Read Math uses the Let’s Read Math curriculum to engage children and their families in fun-filled, literacy, math and arts activities. A partnership with the city’s READ by 4th Campaign introduces family voice through Parent Councils and training from Strengthening Families certified some of our volunteers in the 5 protective factors.
Reach Back ‘N’
Give Back
PARENT POWER mobilizes its team of volunteers to make a real difference in the communities we serve. Whether distributing fresh produce, books, coats, turkeys, diapers, toiletries, bookbags or bicycles…all items are FREE because our goal is to eliminate barriers to children learning and family engagement!!
Community
Connections
By bringing parents, family and community members together, The PLAN works to rebuild the village that is needed to educate each child. Teen parents, grandparents, fathers, mothers and educators have invested time and energy to make a difference in the lives of the children within their community.
