For many children living in marginalized communities in India, owning a set of books is a distant dream. And more so now, as schools are not fully operational, leaving children with no reading material at home.We believe that every child should have the opportunity to discover the wonder and joy of books. Let's READ is United Way Mumbai's nationwide initiative, which aims to nurture a love for books and reading among children who cannot afford access to books of their own.Through Let’s READ, we –
Gift each child a set of 5 beautifully illustrated children's books. All the books are curated keeping in mind the age, language proficiency, and reading levels of the children.
Equip low-income schools with mini-libraries (comprising 130 books each).
Conduct book reading sessions by children's book authors and professional storytellers
Facilitate workshops for school and NGO staff on reading skills and making books come alive for children of all ages
Project Type : CSR
Special Features of Project
Specially curated books keeping in mind the age, language preferences, and reading levels of the children as well as their preferences
Books are well written, beautifully illustrated, and in local contexts
Additional access to portable mini-libraries containing 130 books in English, Hindi, and Marathi or other regional languages
Animated book reading sessions that piques children's love for reading
Build capacities of NGO staff to promote reading for children of all ages.
Project Donors and Partners
Bloomberg Data Services India Pvt Ltd, Deloitte Shared Services India LLP, Henkel Adhesives Technologies India Pvt. Ltd., Iffco Tokio General Insurance Company Ltd., IIFL Wealth Management Ltd., Pitney Bowes India Pvt Ltd, Australian Consulate General, Pitney Bowes and Roche Products (India) Pvt. Ltd.
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