Reading Is FUNdamental Pittsburgh
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Phone: 412-321-8022
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Target demographics: We serve children from PreK-6th grade in Pittsburgh and the surrounding communities.
Someone who had 3 hours of volunteer time could: Help out with a Reading Celebration or join our Everbody Wins! program!
Geographic areas served: Allegheny County
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Founded in 1981, Reading Is FUNdamental (RIF) Pittsburgh''s mission is to provide children with the resources, motivation and opportunities to develop a life-long love of reading.
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Tricia23
10/12/11
I'm so thankful that RIF took over the Everybody Wins! program when Beginning with Books went under. I started two years ago and I'm glad I can continue to make strides with my reading buddy from last year. I think that RIF has added great resources for the mentors to cultivate their relationship ...
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bex
11/08/07
Cindy Krappweis, the Executive Director of Reading is FUNdamental Pittsburgh, has incredible energy. She exudes this natural light that I can only imagine is a strong motivator for engaging children in the excitement and importance of reading. The programs offered that actively incorporates parent...
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jonathan han
10/26/07
we have worked with RIF for the past 3 years and have had a very successful collaboration, getting books into the hands of needy kids and promoting childhood literacy. RIF Pittsburgh has been supportive and we are committed to helping their mission...
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