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Kids need to read

Kids need to read

Mesa, AZ 85202
Tax ID26-2755631

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About this organization

Revenue

$1,860,535

Expenses

$821,780

Mission

Founded with a passion to improve the lives of disadvantaged children by providing inspiring book collections and engaging literacy programs to underfunded schools, libraries, and organizations across the nation, Kids need to read aspires to empower and embolden every last child through a culture of reading. For many of the children it serves, Kids need to read represents a crucial link to a strong literacy education, and its programs help build and nurture support systems for the development of literate minds. By immersing children in an integrated world of literary experiences that teaches them, firsthand, the impact of reading on every aspect of life, imagination is ignited and confidence is built for a prosperous future, regardless of race, economic status, or personal capabilities.

About

Grants to provide books to disadvantaged children through underfunded schools, libraries and literacy programs. The program supports literacy and graduation rates among our nation's youth.

Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing

The purpose of the non-profit is outlined in the filing as “Kids need to read works to create a culture of reading for children by providing inspiring books to underfunded schools, libraries, and literacy programs across the united states,especially those serving disadvantaged children.”.

When discussing its operations, they were defined as: “Providing books to children and organizations that serve children, especially disadvantaged children.”.

  • The state where the non-profit operates has been legally reported as AZ.
  • The filing indicates that the non-profit's address in 2020 is located at 2450 WEST BROADWAY ROAD SUITE 110, MESA, AZ, 85202.
  • The non-profit has reported 6 employees on their form as of 2020.
  • Is not a private foundation.
  • Expenses are between $500,000 and $1,000,000+.
  • Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
  • Revenue less expenses is $1,038,755.
  • The organization has 7 independent voting members.
  • The organization was formed in 2008.
  • The organization pays $100,740 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
  • The organization pays $29,073 in fundraising expenses.