Signature Event for RIF (Reading Is Fundamental), the Kappa Philanthropy
Signature Event for RIF 2010
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Background: The Signature Event concept was presented at Convention. Kappa asked all Alumnae Associations and Chapters to hold a RIF event in February of each year beginning with 2009.
About RIF: Our vision is a literate America with children obtaining access to books and discovering the joys and value of reading. Our mission is to motivate young children to read by working with children, their parents, and community members to make reading a fun and beneficial part of everyday life.• Founded in 1966—oldest and largest children and family literacy nonprofit in U.S.
• Highest priority is reaching underserved children from birth to age 8
• Programs and volunteers in every state and U.S. territory
Kansas City Alumnae Association’s Signature Event:Theme: “Fall In Love with Reading”
When: Takes place in February
Where: Operation Breakthrough 3039 Troost
Activity: We spent two hours with the children reading a book, doing an activity (art project or decorate cookies, etc) and then give each child a book and bookmark for them to bring home. We also want to send a letter home to the parents with some ideas for reading activities they can do at home. We want to bridge the gap of education at school and in the home.
How to Help:
Call / Email Mary Kay Zawatski to volunteer with reading, book marks, art, cookies
Donate a pre-K book
Make a cash donation using this PayPal button.Below is a little bit about the organization and you can check out their website for more information at http://www.operationbreakthrough.org.
About Operation Breakthrough:
The mission of Operation Breakthrough is to help children who are living in poverty develop to their fullest potential by providing them a safe, loving and educational environment. Operation Breakthrough also strives to support and empower the children's families through advocacy, referral services and emergency aid.
Thanks for your support.Loyally,
