Our Mission
The Rise Up Foundation was founded in 2008 to improve literacy among children living in underserved communities. We believe that the ability to read and write is the foundation of a successful education and a prosperous future, and we work tirelessly to provide support and resources for classroom literacy initiatives. Our primary focus is on elementary and middle grade students, with a special emphasis on grades 6-8, as these adolescents can be particularly at risk for falling behind in literacy skills. Through book donations, teacher support, and grant-making, we strive to create a more literate and informed society, one child at a time.Â
Support For Teachers and Classrooms
We are committed to supporting teachers in their efforts to improve literacy among their students. To do this, we provide a range of resources, including:
We believe that by empowering teachers with the tools they need, we can help create a positive and engaging learning environment for students, which can lead to increased literacy rates and overall success in school.
Invite Alane to your school for a free virtual visit after using Between the Pages for an energetic talk about reading and writing!
Book Donation Requests
The Rise Up Foundation teams up with organizations and schools to donate books to classroom libraries and communities.
Request book club journals for The Red Sun, The Eye of Zeus or The Blue Witch to enhance your students’ reading experience.