Mission
The Children’s Reading Foundation is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to improving early childhood literacy. They support parents, caregivers, schools, and communities by providing proven programs and resources focused on fostering children's reading skills and school readiness, especially from birth through third grade.
Basic Information
Founded in
1996
EIN
91-1731315
Total Assets
$2.542 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance
Empowering Families Through READY!
The READY! for Kindergarten program equips parents with tools to foster learning at home.
Third Grade Reading Success
Achieving grade-level reading by the end of third grade is a crucial milestone for children.
Join Us in Making a Difference
Everyone can contribute to supporting young readers through programs and workshops.
Impact Stats
Kindergarten Readiness Percentage
Increase in Kindergarten Readiness
In the Mankato School District, the percentage of students testing ready for kindergarten rose from 49% to 73% within five years of implementing the READY! program.
Proficiency Rate
Improved Reading Proficiency
In the Lake Pend Oreille School District, over 86% of READY! graduates entered school testing at or above kindergarten readiness levels.
Average DIBELS Score
Impact on Early Literacy
Children exposed to the READY! program achieved higher average DIBELS Letter Naming scores in a controlled study.
Our Programs
READY! for Kindergarten
A program that empowers parents as their children's first and most influential teachers, focusing on early childhood education.
Learn MoreTestimonials
"I cannot say enough AMAZING things about READY! for Kindergarten. I have absolutely LOVED this FREE program! They are quick, easy, and you get all of the educational materials for FREE when you complete the course."
Natalie Kinkel-Moody
Parent
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
60
58
/100
Program Expense Ratio
92.41%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.009266
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
2.178
14
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 1.61K | 0.13% |
| Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
| Investment Income | 4.336K | 0.35% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Revenue | 1.246M | 100.00% |