Statewide initiative encourages Alabama families to read together to build language, literacy and stronger relationships.
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (June 5, 2026) – Reach Out and Read-Alabama is encouraging children and families across the state to “Grow With Us” this summer through its 17th annual Rx for Summer Reading campaign.…
Even when military families are apart, shared reading can keep them connected.
In honor of Military Appreciation Month, Reach Out and Read is celebrating a growing national partnership with United Through Reading, a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening connections within military families through the power of shared reading. …
Milestone comes as the program celebrates 20 years of impact across Alabama, connecting more
families with books, guidance, and trusted support during early childhood
MONTGOMERY (May 8, 2026) – Reach Out and Read-Alabama has reached a major milestone: The nonprofit now partners with 100 participating clinical sites statewide, expanding access to books, early literacy guidance, and meaningful family support through pediatric care.…
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Even though the surge of federal immigration agents in Minneapolis is over, the memories remain. And some adults are especially worried about children in immigrant communities and what they saw.
That’s when a group led by a pediatrician stepped in.…
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Reach Out and Read Wisconsin, an affiliate of the national nonprofit leading the charge in early literacy and relational health, is proud to announce a $7,600 investment into 11 Wisconsin communities. These scholarship funds will empower 13 clinics to provide high-quality books that reflect the diverse experiences, cultures, and perspectives of the families they serve.…
As families in Minnesota face disruptions to their routine care and daily life, the national nonprofit Reach Out and Read is providing nearly 10,000 children’s books and caregiver resources directly to families, fostering connections beyond the pediatric
exam room.
A November 2025 report from Physicians for Human Rights found that fear related to immigration enforcement is limiting families’ access to health care, with 84 percent of health workers reporting moderate or significant declines in patient visits, and more than one in four saying patient care has been directly affected.…
Ashley Fleischman became pregnant for the first time at age 37. Excitement quickly turned into worry when an abnormality was found during her first ultrasound at 11 weeks. The diagnosis was gastroschisis: a condition where the abdominal walls do not come together to close, leaving the intestines free-floating outside of the baby’s body.…
Reach Out and Read Wisconsin is incredibly proud and profoundly grateful to mark its 15th Anniversary. Reach Out and Read Wisconsin became an official affiliate on Dec. 21, 2010.
For a decade and a half, Reach Out and Read Wisconsin has partnered with passionate clinicians, educators, librarians, and supporters to bring the power of books and the joy of reading into the lives of countless Wisconsin families.…
“In a well-child visit, I want the book over the stethoscope. I don’t have to make that choice, but I learn more from the book.” — Dr. Mary Ann Woodruff, Reach Out and Read Washington Medical Director.
The commitment of Reach Out and Read Northwest clinicians, staff, and supporters made the front page of The Seattle Times.…
Reach Out and Read Wisconsin hosted its 2025 Annual Meeting on Friday, Oct. 24 at Epic Headquarters in Verona. The meeting was the largest-ever attended, with nearly 150 in attendance. It was a day of connection, growth, and community. Everyone left the meeting inspired and they cannot wait to continue this important work with each other.…