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Every child deserves the opportunity to achieve their dreams, and learning to read is a critical step in that journey.
Literacy to Liberation
Literacy is the very foundation of all learning and the pathway to liberation for every human being. At Children’s Literacy Initiative (CLI), we believe that systemic change is the only solution to the current social unrest and the only way that the public education system will become equitable for children of color. This year we sharpened our mission to better reflect our work, purpose, and the children we serve.
Can you make a gift today?
With your support, CLI will continue to empower children, enable teachers, strengthen schools, and uplift communities. Join the thousands of CLI advocates this #GivingTuesday and give the gift of literacy!

Make a gift. Your tax-deductible contribution fuels our work. With your help we can ensure teachers in under-resourced schools continue to have the training and resources they need to help students develop the reading skills essential to success. With your support, we can do more.
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Trusted & Validated
Charity Navigator
We’ve received a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, which means we’re accountable, transparent, and financially healthy! View the Report
GuideStar
Sound fiscal management and a commitment to accountability and transparency have earned CLI a Gold Participant rating. View the Report
High Impact Philanthropy
UPenn’s Center for High-Impact Philanthropy identified CLI as on organization where charitable dollars can do the most good. View the Report
Transforming Classrooms for Racial Equity
