The Suncoast Campaign for

Grade-Level Reading

The Suncoast Campaign for Grade-Level Reading (SCGLR) is a four-county effort in Charlotte, DeSoto, Manatee, and Sarasota counties in Florida

to help children from birth through 3rd grade, especially those from asset-limited families, succeed in life by ensuring they read on grade level.

We are proud to be part of the more than 390 Campaign for Grade-Level Reading communities in 44 states across the nation and in the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Canada.

The Patterson Foundation is the regional accelerator with county specific work led by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, United Way Suncoast, and United Way of Charlotte County.

The Journey:
Why & How

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Shared Aspirations:
Who & What

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What’s New

2022 Suncoast Campaign for Grade-Level Reading Community Update Breakfast

RSVP REQUIRED
RSVP Deadline October 3
RSVP by by September 23 for the chance to be entered to win 1 of 10 gift cards

We are looking forward to your attendance at the Suncoast Campaign for Grade-Level Reading’s Community Update Breakfast.

Share in the accomplishments of the past 12 months. Learn about the current work happening in the region and the plans for the future. Connect with other community members as we strengthen our resolve to help children from birth through 3rd grade. especially those from asset-limited families, succeed in life by ensuring they read on grade level.

Regional Accelerator: The Patterson Foundation
Sarasota County Lead Partner: Community Foundation of Sarasota County
Manatee and DeSoto counties Lead Partner: United Way Suncoast
Charlotte County Lead Partner: United Way of Charlotte County

Upcoming Events

Volunteer Opportunities

Make a difference – Volunteer and join the movement! We count on volunteers to help strengthen the campaign by assisting in the solution areas to move the needle of progress for kids in our community.

Stronger Me, Stronger We

Stronger Me, Stronger We gives community members the opportunity to virtually connect in small groups and build their knowledge and skills. Each Stronger Me, Stronger We offering is comprised of several one-hour Zoom sessions.

Community Events

Learn more about how we are connecting, learning, and sharing together to build trust so that relationships are deepened and new possibilities can begin to emerge.

Resources for Families

Resources for Educators

Resources for Campaign Partners

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We look forward to sharing engaging news and updates with you! We have personalized lists to fit your exact needs. SCGLR’s Family Engagement Newsletter – monthly newsletter for parents, caregivers, early educators, and anyone who loves kids. SCGLR Newsletter is a monthly newsletter geared toward people, businesses, nonprofits, government, and the media to catalyze efforts toward shared aspiration

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The Suncoast Campaign for

Grade-Level Reading