Reach Out and Read, New York

• Location : New York, NY
• Community Served: Children
• Focus: Social Assistance

Organization background

Established in 1999 by a group of pediatricians, Reach Out and Read of Greater New York (ROR) seeks to create a foundation for literary success by incorporating books into pediatric care and encouraging families to read aloud with their children. They provide culturally and developmentally appropriate books to pediatricians to present to families with children from birth to five years of age.

Project background

Reading aloud together, telling stories, and sharing books, create lasting & meaningful connections between caregivers and their children. ROR amplifies their impact by reaching parents & caregivers right from the newborn stage; encouraging parents to establish reading routines and motivating children to succeed in the future.

GKF contributions to ROR

• 2022: Funding to implement the Beginning At Birth program at three sites, supporting approximately 2,400 checkups for 600 families
• 2023: Funding to implement the Beginning At Birth program at 12 sites